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often called a vs often called as a

The correct phrase is "often called a." The word "as" is not needed after "called" when introducing what something is often referred to as.
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Last updated: January 04, 2025 • 8187 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"often called a"

This phrase is used to introduce what something is often referred to as without the need for the word "as" after "called."

Examples:

  • He is often called a genius.
  • The city is often called a cultural hub.
  • The flower is often called a symbol of love.
  • She is often called a pioneer in her field.
  • The dish is often called a delicacy.
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  • You must receive a Certificate of Assumed Name from your county clerk. This certificate is often called a "business certificate."

This phrase is incorrect in English.

"often called as a"

  • Fluoride is often called as a “Double-edged sword”, as inadequate ingestion is associated with dental caries and excessive consumption of fluorides in ...
  • Jan 14, 2018 ... I see this often called as a "shooting" foul. I believe that it should be a regular old common foul since the shooter is no longer a shooter ...
  • Oct 13, 2020 ... He is often called as a speaker at American universities (Columbia, Berkeley, Penn State, Wharton Business School, Wellesley College, Baruch ...
  • Oct 8, 2014 ... For studies on the snow leopard, which is often called as a “secret” species and rarely seen by human, use of automatic cameras is much helpful.
  • Oct 28, 2024 ... Though controversial and often called as a foul in pro tournaments, Mariano believes that this bold move captures the raw energy and ...
  • If the rent is paid every week, it is often called as a weekly tenancy. If the rent is paid every day it is often known as a daily tenancy. In a non-fixed ...
  • Apr 18, 2013 ... Your HR or legal staff will tell you how you can help. Whatever the type of proceeding, the supervisor is often called as a witness, and your ...
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  • Jul 2, 2024 ... They were often called as a last resort due to poor service integration and a lack of alternative care pathways. Despite high conveyance ...
  • Oct 17, 2022 ... Pierremiah (as they are often called as a couple) live in California, and wanted to use their wedding as an excuse to bask in Vermont's fall ...

Alternatives:

  • often referred to as a
  • often known as a
  • often called
  • often described as a
  • often labeled as a

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