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Discover LudwigThe phrase "we are governed" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the concept of governance or authority over a group or society.
Example: "In a democratic society, we are governed by the will of the people through elected representatives."
Alternatives: "we are ruled" or "we are led".
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Whether they voted 'No' or 'Yes', people said we need to change the way we are governed and who we are governed for.
The last Osborne budget demonstrated so clearly that we are governed by a government of the rich for the rich.
"We are governed by four levels of government in this state, if you include the federal," said Mr. Kean, whose district includes Millburn.
"We are governed here [in the UK] by a proper government.
We are governed by laws.
We are governed by what we do.
Unfortunately, we are governed by men without honor.
But this mood of change is not just about how we are governed; crucially, it is about who we are governed for.
This is why we need radical changes in the way we are governed.
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"The priority is to be sure we are governing completely based on the values of Islam".
"We are governing with full force along one path," he said.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com