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accumulated proportion of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "accumulated proportion of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the total or overall percentage of a particular quantity that has been gathered or collected over time. Example: "The accumulated proportion of funds raised for the charity event exceeded our expectations."
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The accumulated proportion of seedling emergence was the output variable in all cases.
EVA quantifies the accumulated proportion of recorded time that the exposure level remains uninterruptedly within pre-determined limits ("exposure level" categories) for pre-determined periods of time ("sequence duration" categories).
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Our results are in contrast with that reported by Gao et al. ([2010]) who detected that C. protothecoides can grow heterotrophically with glucose as the carbon source and can accumulate high proportion of lipids.
When dental plaque (bacteria) accumulates, the proportion of gram-negative and anaerobic bacteria increases for the release of endotoxin and bacterial debris (including lipopolysaccharide, LPS) into the gingivae.
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> With respect to the quality of the fatty acids, both strains accumulated similar proportions of saturated fatty acids, which are preferred for biodiesel production.
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These low overall rates are demographically driven in populations experiencing rapid life expectancy increases, but not yet having accumulated larger proportions of older people.
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Typically, somatic cell types such as newly-derived embryonic fibroblasts have efficient mitochondrial complements and abundant ATP, and as they age (either in situ or in vitro), accumulate larger proportions of mitochondria in increasingly active configurations in an effort to keep up with energetic demands.
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We have demonstrated in vivo that geriatric skin accumulates increasing proportions of senescent fibroblasts as measured by changes in cellular and nuclear morphology [ 3; Fig. 3] as well as the induction of DNA-damage recognition proteins associated with cellular senescence [ 3; Fig. 3].
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At all loci except HLA-DPB1, populations have accumulated a high proportion of very divergent alleles, suggesting an advantage of heterozygotes expressing molecularly distant HLA molecules (asymmetric overdominant selection model).
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The iron-rich regions near the provascular bundles of the cotyledons and of the radicle accumulated a higher proportion of the seed phosphorus compared to the surrounding regions.
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R. toruloides CBS14 accumulated a higher proportion of lipid in the biomass when grown on glucose (48%) than on either xylose (36%) or arabinose (19%), and a higher proportion of the lipid was made up of fatty acids.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "accumulated proportion of", ensure that you are referring to a quantity that has been gathered or increased over a period of time, rather than a static amount.
Common error
Avoid using "accumulated proportion of" when describing a fixed proportion that has not changed or increased over time. Use simpler phrases like "the proportion of" or "the percentage of" in such cases.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "accumulated proportion of" functions as a descriptive term, specifying a calculated amount that has been collected or increased over time. Ludwig shows its usage in scientific and technical contexts.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "accumulated proportion of" is a grammatically sound term, albeit infrequent, primarily used in scientific and technical fields to describe the total percentage of something that has increased over time. As noted by Ludwig, its usage emphasizes gradual growth. While alternatives such as "total percentage of" or "cumulative share of" might offer broader clarity, "accumulated proportion of" remains precise in specific contexts.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
total percentage of
Replaces "accumulated" with "total", emphasizing the final amount rather than the process of accumulation.
cumulative share of
Replaces "proportion" with "share" and "accumulated" with "cumulative", focusing on progressive addition to a whole.
aggregate percentage of
Uses "aggregate" instead of "accumulated", stressing the combined amount from different sources or periods.
overall fraction of
Substitutes "proportion" with "fraction" and "accumulated" with "overall", highlighting the relationship to the total.
combined ratio of
Uses "ratio" instead of "proportion" and "combined" instead of "accumulated", emphasizing the relative size of two quantities.
summed percentage of
Replaces "accumulated" with "summed", directly indicating the result of addition.
integrated fraction of
Employs "integrated" instead of "accumulated", often used in more technical or mathematical contexts.
collective amount of
Focuses on the total quantity gathered rather than the proportional aspect.
resulting quantity of
Highlights the end result of an accumulation process in terms of quantity.
net amount of
Highlights the net result, implying accumulation with potential subtractions or losses.
FAQs
How can I use "accumulated proportion of" in a sentence?
Use "accumulated proportion of" when referring to the total percentage of something that has been gathered or increased over a specific period. For example, "The "accumulated proportion of" rainfall this year has exceeded the average."
What are some alternatives to "accumulated proportion of"?
You can use alternatives like "total percentage of", "cumulative share of", or "aggregate percentage of" depending on the context.
Is it correct to say "accumulated proportion of", or should I use another phrase?
"Accumulated proportion of" is grammatically correct, especially in scientific contexts. However, depending on the context, "total percentage of" might be clearer for general audiences.
What's the difference between "accumulated proportion of" and "proportion of"?
"Accumulated proportion of" implies a quantity that has increased over time, while "proportion of" simply refers to the relative amount of something at a given point without any implication of growth.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
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