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In requirement
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "In requirement" is not commonly used in written English and may be considered awkward or incorrect.
It could be used in contexts discussing needs or necessities, but it is better to use more standard expressions. Example: "The project is in requirement of additional resources to meet the deadline."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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Exact Expressions
47 human-written examples
In requirement elicitation, identifying system parameters and investigating their relationships is an efficient way of defining new relevant requirements.
This "all in" requirement is mitigated by an escape hatch.
News & Media
These needs are transformed in requirement during the design.
Science
The major faults are occurring in requirement analysis phase.
Science
Serious complication occurred in <10 % of patients and consisted in requirement of EVD.
Science
What is the state of practice in requirement engineering for RA projects in the organization?
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
13 human-written examples
An opt-in requirement would be cumbersome, Web advertisers argue, requiring a layer of pop-up windows, and could kill a popular, growing form of online advertising.
News & Media
The "live-in requirement" for migrant domestic workers makes them vulnerable to abuse, including sexual attacks.
News & Media
For the first time and on its own initiative, the court mandated an opt-in requirement.
News & Media
Goodmail does not require that stamped mail be requested by the recipient, the so-called opt-in requirement of most other anti-spam systems.
News & Media
The provision could benefit several other insurers, but Larry Oday, a lawyer and lobbyist for Aon, said the company was "actively involved in consideration of this piece of legislation" and had led opposition to the lock-in requirement.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "in requirement". Instead, opt for more grammatically correct and commonly used alternatives such as "in need of" or "a requirement for".
Common error
A common mistake is using "in" before "requirement" when a more appropriate preposition like "for" or a different phrasing such as "in need of" would be more accurate and natural.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "in requirement" functions as a prepositional phrase, but its grammatical correctness is questionable. Ludwig AI indicates it is not a commonly used expression. It attempts to specify a state of needing or lacking something.
Frequent in
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59%
News & Media
22%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
While the phrase "in requirement" appears in various contexts, ranging from scientific literature to news articles, Ludwig AI points out it is not a standard English expression. Although it conveys the idea of needing something, it's grammatically awkward and less effective than alternatives like "in need of" or "a requirement for". For clarity and grammatical correctness, it's best to avoid "in requirement" and opt for these more common alternatives.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
in need of
Replaces "requirement" with "need", a more common and direct synonym in this context. It emphasizes a lack or deficiency.
in demand for
Focuses on the aspect of something being actively sought after or requested. It highlights popularity or necessity.
in need for
Expresses the necessity for something, similar to "in need of" but with slightly different phrasing. It is somewhat less common than "in need of".
a requirement for
Uses "requirement" as a noun with the article "a", making the phrase grammatically correct and more standard. It indicates a specific need.
as required for
Shifts the focus to an action or condition being necessary for a specific purpose. It emphasizes compliance or necessity based on external factors.
subject to requirements
Indicates that something is conditional upon meeting certain mandatory conditions. It highlights dependence on fulfilling specific criteria.
pursuant to requirements
Implies action taken in accordance with specific mandatory guidelines or stipulations. It suggests formal compliance.
dependent on the requirement
Highlights the condition of being contingent on a specific necessity or prerequisite. It stresses reliance on a specific need being met.
as per the requirement
Indicates adherence to a particular stipulation or mandatory condition. It suggests precise compliance with specified guidelines.
due to the requirement
Explains that something is happening because a certain need or prerequisite must be fulfilled. It indicates causation based on necessity.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "in requirement"?
Consider using phrases like "in need of", "a requirement for", or simply restructuring the sentence to use "requires" or "needs".
Is "in requirement" grammatically correct?
While understandable, "in requirement" is not considered standard English. It's better to use established phrases such as "in need of".
How can I use "requirement" correctly in a sentence?
Use it as a noun with articles (e.g., "a requirement") or rephrase the sentence using verbs like "require" or "need". For instance, instead of "the project is in requirement of funding", say "the project requires funding".
What's the difference between "in requirement" and "in need of"?
"In need of" is a widely accepted and grammatically sound phrase expressing a lack or necessity. "In requirement", while conveying a similar meaning, is not a standard expression and can sound awkward.
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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
82%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested