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we've acknowledged it
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesAlternative expressions(18)
we have identified the problem
we have diagnosed the situation
we have addressed the problem
we have solved the problem
we've found a solution
we have resolved the issue
we found a solution
we have addressed the issue
the issue has been resolved
a solution has been implemented
we resolved the issue
the problem is now resolved
the matter has been settled
the difficulty has been overcome
we have investigated the problem
we have examined the issue
we have investigated the issue
we have settled the matter
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
"We've acknowledged it, and we recognize that stop-and-frisk isn't over," she told me.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
Labour's conference motion does not reference an article 50 extension but we have acknowledged it may be necessary.
News & Media
The mayor has acknowledged it.
News & Media
She has acknowledged it," he said.
News & Media
"We've acknowledged that we have to address it as a group".
News & Media
And we need to work our way out of it and we've acknowledged that.
News & Media
It's something we've acknowledged.
News & Media
But because we're talking about it that we've acknowledged the problem doesn't mean we're very good at talking about it.
News & Media
Now that we have acknowledged and accepted our failures, it is important to ensure the mistakes that were made never happen again.
News & Media
It seems we have acknowledged in this episode that males can be physically dangerous and that tight regulations are necessary to limit their behavior.
News & Media
We have acknowledged the relevant funding agencies in the acknowledgements.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
In formal academic writing, avoid the contraction and use the full form "we have acknowledged it" to maintain a professional distance.
Common error
Do not use "we've acknowledged it" if you are the only one responsible for the action. Using the 'royal we' can come across as evasive or as if you are trying to diffuse personal blame among others.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "we've acknowledged it" serves as a present perfect verb construction that denotes a collective action performed by a group or entity. As seen in Ludwig, it typically functions as a declaration of awareness or admission regarding a specific problem, mistake or situation.
Frequent in
News & Media
65%
Science
20%
Formal & Business
15%
Less common in
Social Media
5%
Encyclopedias
3%
Wiki
2%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In conclusion, "we've acknowledged it" is a versatile and professionally sound phrase used to signal collective awareness. Ludwig AI shows that while it is most prevalent in news reporting—particularly in the The New York Times and The Guardian—it also finds a home in scientific acknowledgments and business communications. It functions effectively to bridge the gap between admitting a mistake and stating a plain fact. Writers should be mindful of the level of formality required, opting for the full "we have" in academic contexts, but can safely rely on the contracted form for a modern, transparent tone.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
we have admitted it
Focuses more on the confession of a fault or error
we've recognized the issue
Replaces the pronoun with a specific noun for clarity
we've owned up to it
More informal and suggests taking responsibility for a mistake
we have conceded the point
Used specifically when losing an argument or debate
we've taken note of it
Less about admission and more about observation
we have identified the problem
Common in business or technical problem-solving
it has been acknowledged by us
Uses passive voice to shift focus away from the subject
we have accepted the reality
Suggests a broader resignation to a situation
we have confirmed it
Implies factual verification rather than just awareness
we have validated it
Implies a more scientific or technical verification
FAQs
What is the difference between "we've acknowledged it" and "we've admitted it"?
While both indicate awareness, "we've admitted it" usually implies a confession of guilt or an error, whereas "we've acknowledged it" can simply mean recognizing a fact or situation exists.
Is it correct to use "we've acknowledged it" in a formal report?
Yes, but for the highest level of formality, it is better to use the uncontracted version ""we have acknowledged it"".
How do I use "we've acknowledged it" in a sentence?
An example would be: "We've acknowledged it was a difficult year for the company, but we are moving forward".
Can I say "we've recognized it" instead?
Yes, "we've recognized it" is a very close synonym often used when the focus is on identifying a problem.
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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
94%
Authority and reliability
4.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested