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a record section of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "a record section of" is not standard in written English and may cause confusion.
It could be used in contexts discussing a specific part of a record or documentation, but it is better to clarify what is meant. Example: "The report includes a record section of the financial transactions for the year."
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Alternative expressions(4)
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2 human-written examples
(a) Record section of SP2.
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In order to show how Lg wave propagation patterns are drastically modified by interaction with crustal heterogeneities and can be totally blocked by crustal barriers such as the central Sea of Japan, we show a set of snapshots in a vertical section by cutting the FDM model along a profile from the source to a station, together with a record section of synthetic seismograms along the profile.
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58 human-written examples
The root mean square (RMS) misfit for the first arrival tomographic inversion was 36 ms. Fig. 5 (a) Record section for the vertical geophone of OBS0106 on SPr10.
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For instance, Tanaka (2007) analyzed a composite record section of S2KS, S3KS, and S4KS, which were observed globally, and proposed a model with up to a maximum of 1.2%% slower V p than PREM in the outermost 90 km of the core.
Figure 11 Record section and snapshot derived by FDM simulation along profiles A and B. Record section of vertical-component seismogram along (a) profile A (to Kyushu) and (b) profile B (to Honshu across the Sea of Japan) and the snapshots of P (red) and S (green) wavefields at 80, 200, 320, and 440 s from earthquake start.
However, there is a sharp Lg wave signal cutoff in the record section of Figure 3a for stations in the east of Kyushu, even though the corresponding decline in Lg efficiency in southern Hokkaido is not as drastic.
(c) Record section of SP5.
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Fig. 2. Record section of the NS component of acceleration waveforms according to latitude.
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b Record section of acceleration waveforms band-pass filtered between 0.1 and 5 s.
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The record section of the long-period strong ground motion implies that the rupture process consists of 3 stages.
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Figure 2a shows the seismic record section of SP-W1 (northernmost shot on the western profile), with the deep wide-angle reflections highlighted by a red arrow.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "a record section of", ensure the context clearly indicates what type of record is being referenced (e.g., a financial record, a seismic record). Providing specific context enhances clarity.
Common error
Avoid using "a record section of" without specifying the type of record involved. This can lead to ambiguity. For instance, instead of "a record section of the analysis", use "a record section of the seismic analysis" to provide clarity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "a record section of" functions as a noun phrase, typically used as an adjective to describe another noun. It indicates a specific portion or segment extracted from a larger record or documentation. Ludwig AI's analysis suggests it is acceptable, though not the most common choice.
Frequent in
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66%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "a record section of" is a grammatically acceptable but somewhat uncommon phrase used to denote a specific portion of a record. While technically correct, Ludwig AI suggests that it is often more precise and natural to use alternative phrasing like "section of a record" or "documented part of", depending on the context. Predominantly found in scientific and news-related contexts, it tends to fit more formal and technical communication. When employing this phrase, clarity is key; always specify the type of record you are referencing to avoid ambiguity.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
a documented part of
Replaces "record" with "documented", emphasizing the existence of written evidence.
a recorded segment of
Substitutes "section" with "segment", highlighting a distinct portion that was captured or registered.
a portion of the record
Changes the structure to emphasize the record itself, rather than a specific section within it.
an excerpt from the record
Uses "excerpt" to indicate a selected passage or quotation.
a segment of the data
Replaces "record" with "data", focusing on numerical or factual information.
a fragment of the archive
Employs "archive" to refer to a collection of historical records, and "fragment" to denote an incomplete portion.
a phase of the process
Replaces "record" with "process", shifting the context from a static record to a dynamic sequence of events.
part of the documentation
Uses "documentation" to refer to written or digital information, and "part" to denote a non-specific portion.
a phase from a document
Switches the order to put emphasis on "phase" which is a section/segment in the document
part from the registry
Changes record for registry, to express the registration of something (or list of entries)
FAQs
How can I use "a record section of" in a sentence?
You can use "a record section of" to refer to a specific part of a larger document or data set. For example, "The report includes "a record section of" the financial transactions for the year."
What can I say instead of "a record section of"?
Alternatives include "a documented part of", "a recorded segment of", or "a portion of the record" depending on the specific context.
Which is correct, "a record section of" or "section of a record"?
"Section of a record" is more common and generally preferred. "A record section of" is less conventional but grammatically acceptable, as Ludwig AI shows. Using "section of a record" usually results in a clearer and more natural sentence.
What's the difference between "a record section of" and "a record number of"?
"A record section of" refers to a specific part of a record, while "a record number of" indicates the highest quantity or count ever documented. They have completely different meanings and are not interchangeable.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
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Source & Trust
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3.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested