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was putted
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "was putted" is not grammatically correct and is not commonly used in written English.
The correct past tense of "put" is "put," so the phrase "was put" would be appropriate in most cases. An example of this phrase being used incorrectly would be: "The ball was putted into the goal." A correct version of this sentence could be: "The ball was put into the goal."
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Science
News & Media
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
A newly acquired CounterCurrent Supercritical Fluid Fractionation (CC-SFF) packed column was putted into operation by studying the separation of key apple aroma constituents from aqueous solutions using supercritical carbon dioxide (CO2).
First the top surface was made and the sample was putted back to the water recipe while the reading was performed at another sample.
Science
The packed pellet was putted into the cells lysate, and shaken vigorously at 4 °C for 3 h.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
And the conversation was putt-putt-putting along in tidy fashion, until Cox brought up The Story That Must Never Be Mentioned On Sunday -- the Elk River chemical spill in West Virginia.
News & Media
He's putted magnificently this week so far.
News & Media
He's putted well the last couple of days, which has been a big thing.
News & Media
For the researcher, the rulers make the use of the platform easy, and the emphasis can only be putted on the research of the algorithm for optimization and modeling.
Science
One or more neurons can be putted in the hidden layers.
The as-synthesized MCMs were putted in a tuber furnace and heated under nitrogen atmosphere.
Science
Nature graphite (10 g) and NaNO3 (5 g) were putted into a beaker.
Science
If the scheduler does not find any server for the task, it will be putted in the queue.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using "was putted" in formal writing. Always use "was put" or find a more suitable verb like "placed", "inserted", or "positioned" depending on the context.
Common error
The past participle of "put" is "put", not "putted". Using "putted" creates a grammatically incorrect construction. Always double-check verb conjugations, especially for irregular verbs.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "was putted" attempts to function as a passive construction of the verb "put". However, it is grammatically incorrect as the past participle of "put" is "put", not "putted". Ludwig AI identifies this error.
Frequent in
Science
50%
News & Media
40%
Wiki
10%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Social Media
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "was putted" is grammatically incorrect; the correct form is "was put". While Ludwig's examples show its occasional appearance in sources like news and science, it's advisable to avoid this phrase. Ludwig AI flags this as an error and recommends using "was put" or a more appropriate verb like "placed" or "positioned". Using correct grammar enhances clarity and credibility.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
was put
Uses the correct past participle of "put".
was placed
Replaces "putted" with a more standard verb indicating placement.
was inserted
Indicates something being put inside something else.
was positioned
Implies a careful placement.
was set
Suggests a more deliberate action of putting something somewhere.
was located
Focuses on the final location after being put somewhere.
was added
Indicates that something was put with other things.
was introduced
Highlights the act of bringing something into a specific context or location.
was transferred
Implies movement before being put in a specific location.
was applied
Suggests putting something onto a surface or area.
FAQs
Is "was putted" grammatically correct?
No, "was putted" is grammatically incorrect. The correct past participle of "put" is "put". Use the phrase "was put" instead.
What does "was put" mean, and how does it differ from "was putted"?
"Was put" means that something was placed or positioned. "Was putted" is not a standard or correct English phrase, so it should not be used.
Can I use "was putted" in informal writing or speech?
While some instances of "was putted" appear, it's generally best to avoid it even in informal contexts. Using "was put" maintains grammatical correctness and clarity.
What are some alternative phrases to "was putted" for academic writing?
In academic writing, use more precise and formal alternatives like "was placed", "was positioned", or "was inserted", depending on the specific meaning you want to convey.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
81%
Authority and reliability
2.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested