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was recently prepared
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "was recently prepared" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that something was made or created not long ago, often referring to food, documents, or reports. Example: "The report was recently prepared and is now ready for review."
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Exact Expressions
4 human-written examples
Yet after a decade of living in New York City — nine years in Manhattan, 18 months in Brooklyn — I've learned that big-ticket amusements merely obscure the city's more affordable (and more enjoyable) corners, something I was recently prepared to put to the test.
News & Media
Whenever a freely spinning body is found in a complex rotational state, this means that either the body experienced some interaction within its relaxation-time span, or that it was recently "prepared" in a non-principal state.
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A covalently linked (through a disulfide bridge) dimeric insulin peptide was recently prepared by recombinant DNA technology.
A small-molecule pentafoil knot (five crossings) was recently prepared using a pentameric circular helicate scaffold.[ 9] Here we report on the use of a tetrameric circular helicate as the basis for a Solomon link, illustrating the general utility of this approach for the assembly of complex molecular topologies.
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Similar Expressions
55 human-written examples
For this purpose, ZnO compact layer and ZnO nanorods are recently prepared by electrodeposition and chemical bath deposition, respectively, to replace the TiO2 by Kumar et al. [25].
Science
Hierarchically porous β-Ni(OH 2 microspheres constructed with nanoflakes were recently prepared with the help of hexamethylenetetramine (HMTA) as the basic source, exhibiting small blue shift compared with the bulk counterpart [24].
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The discussed properties of biocompatible CaP coatings have been recently prepared using the most frequently applied plasma-assisted techniques such as plasma spraying (PS), radio-frequency (RF) magnetron sputtering, pulsed laser deposition (PLD), and ion beam-assisted deposition (IBAD).
Moreover, Cu and Mn Bchl-RGD conjugates have been recently prepared in our laboratory [ 37] and using inductively coupled plasma mass spectroscopy showed to undergo similar patterns of accumulation and retention in tumors as STL-6014.
Science
High-molar-mass poly phenylphosphinoborane) free of cross-linked material has been recently prepared using an iron-based dehydrocoupling catalyst in toluene solution, a reaction significantly more efficient that the previously reported Rh-catalyzed process performed in the absence of solvent.[ 15g] We were intrigued whether alkyl-substituted polymer 3 c would be accessible by a similar route.
This methodology was recently applied to prepare a range of large pore SBA-15 materials employing trimethylbenzene as the poragen, resulting in the formation of highly ordered periodic mesostructures with pore diameters of ~6, 8 and 14 nm [80].
Even as easyJet prepares to take delivery of its 200th aircraft, McCall warns that the airline will have to be "much more brutal" about poor performers among its 550 routes – Helsinki was recently axed and easyJet is preparing to pull out of Belfast's George Best airport, focusing instead on Belfast International.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "was recently prepared" to clearly indicate that something has been readied or created in the near past, emphasizing its current state as a result of that recent action. This is especially useful in scientific reports or news articles where timeliness is important.
Common error
Avoid using "was recently prepared" when describing an ongoing process or something that took a long time to prepare. Instead, use a continuous tense to reflect the duration of the preparation.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "was recently prepared" functions as a passive voice construction, indicating that something (the subject) underwent an action of preparation in the recent past. This is confirmed by Ludwig AI, and supported by the examples provided.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "was recently prepared" is a grammatically sound passive construction used to denote that something has been readied or created in the near past. Ludwig AI confirms its correctness and usability. It is most common in scientific and news contexts, conveying the freshness or timeliness of the subject. While versatile, it's important to avoid misusing the tense when describing ongoing or lengthy preparation processes. Alternatives like "was freshly made" or "was newly created" can offer nuanced variations in meaning. The phrase maintains a neutral to formal register, making it suitable for a range of professional and academic settings.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
was recently completed
It emphasizes the action has just been completed.
was freshly made
Replaces "prepared" with "made" and emphasizes the newness through "freshly".
was newly created
Substitutes "prepared" with "created", highlighting the act of bringing something into existence recently.
was just produced
Highlights that it was recently made.
was just completed
Focuses on the completion aspect of preparation, using "just completed" to indicate recency.
was recently developed
It focuses on the evolution from an initial idea to finished product in short time.
has been recently assembled
Changes "prepared" to "assembled", suitable when referring to items put together from components.
has been recently formulated
Replaces "prepared" with "formulated", implying a more complex or deliberate preparation process.
was recently constructed
It emphasizes the building and putting together recently of something.
was recently put together
Informal version of "was recently assembled".
FAQs
How can I use "was recently prepared" in a sentence?
You can use "was recently prepared" to indicate that something has been made or readied not long ago. For example, "The report "was recently prepared" and is ready for review."
What are some alternatives to "was recently prepared"?
Some alternatives include "was freshly made", "was newly created", or "was just completed" depending on the context.
What is the difference between "was recently prepared" and "is being prepared"?
"Was recently prepared" indicates that the action of preparing is finished, while "is being prepared" suggests that the action is currently in progress.
Is it correct to say "has been recently prepared" instead of "was recently prepared"?
While "has been recently prepared" is grammatically correct, "was recently prepared" is often more concise and preferred in many contexts, especially when referring to a single completed action. For example, "The dish "was recently prepared"" is preferable.
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
86%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested