Common Mistake: Regard as Being (Regard As)

One common mistake that many people make when writing is using the phrase "regard as being" instead of the correct form "regard as."

While it may seem natural to include the word "being" after "regard as," it is actually unnecessary and can make your writing appear clumsy and awkward. The word "being" adds no extra meaning to the sentence and can be safely omitted.

Here's an example to illustrate the mistake:

• Incorrect: She regarded him as being the best candidate for the job.
• Correct: She regarded him as the best candidate for the job.

As you can see, removing the word "being" doesn't change the meaning of the sentence at all. In fact, it actually improves the sentence by making it more concise and smoother to read.

The correct form "regard as" is a phrasal verb that means to consider or think of someone or something in a certain way. It is widely used in both formal and informal writing.

To avoid the mistake of using "regard as being," it's a good idea to proofread your writing carefully. You can also use grammar checking tools, such as Linguix Grammar Checker, to help identify and correct errors like this.