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age investigated
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "age investigated" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to refer to an inquiry or examination related to age, but it lacks clarity and proper grammatical structure. Example: "The age investigated in the study was between 18 and 25 years."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
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Alternative expressions(20)
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Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
On Monday lawyers for Hussain will file papers seeking to stay the execution, due on Thursday, until allegations of torture have been heard and Hussain's age investigated – as promised by Pakistan's interior minister, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan, who suspended the sentence in January.
News & Media
IGF-1 concentrations in the blood of non-transgenic and SV-40 Tag rats were found to be lowest at the youngest age investigated, 4 weeks postpartum.
Science
A different study conducted through the web on a cohort of women of reproductive age investigated associations between preconception lifestyle and fertility, showing an effect of overweight and physical activity on fecundability [ 19- 22].
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57 human-written examples
Second, clinical trials in old age investigating cardiovascular risk interventions, such as hypertension treatment, are either lacking or subject to selection bias.
Science
To elucidate this unexpected observation we compared protein patterns of APP23 or wildtype mice longitudinally between all ages investigated.
Science
In addition, the number of differentially expressed miRNAs as well as the value of the average fold changes varied between the three developmental ages investigated.
Science
The categories of miRNA expression patterns described above provide a sensible basis for generating specific hypotheses of how miRNAs function in the biological context of the developmental ages investigated.
Science
At all ages investigated prominent asymmetric AZs were always observed.
Science
GAP-43 was highly expressed in the cortex and cerebellum at all ages investigated.
Linear regression analyses were used to explore the relation of cord plasma insulin to infant SFT, SCA and PPA at all ages investigated (Table 4).
Science
At all ages investigated, however, there were no significant differences in DHT to testosterone ratios between transgenic and non-transgenic rats.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use more common and grammatically correct phrases such as "age was studied", "age was examined", or "the effects of aging were researched" to improve clarity and credibility in your writing.
Common error
Avoid using the phrase "age investigated" as it is not standard English. Instead, consider using alternative formulations such as "age was studied" or rephrasing to emphasize what aspect of age was being examined.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "age investigated" functions as a nominal phrase, seemingly intended to describe a focus of inquiry. However, it lacks the necessary grammatical structure to effectively convey its intended meaning. Ludwig AI confirms that this phrasing is not correct in standard written English.
Frequent in
Science
66%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
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Wiki
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "age investigated" appears in some contexts, particularly within scientific literature, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect. This analysis suggests that alternative phrasings, such as "age was studied" or "the effects of aging were researched", are more appropriate for clear and effective communication. By using grammatically sound alternatives, you ensure that your writing is both accurate and credible. The few examples found indicate a need for careful attention to phrasing when discussing age as a factor in research or analysis.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
age was studied
Changes the verb to "studied" providing a more standard phrasing.
age was examined
Uses "examined" instead of "investigated" offering a slight variation in emphasis.
age-related research
Focuses on research specifically concerning age.
research on aging
Highlights the process of aging as the subject of research.
studies on age
Offers a simpler and more direct way to refer to research about age.
the effect of age was analyzed
Specifies the effect of age, providing a more detailed expression.
the role of age was explored
Emphasizes the exploration of age's role.
effects of aging were researched
Uses "researched" and rephrases to focus on aging's effects.
age demographics were surveyed
Refers to the survey of age demographics.
age trends were analyzed
Analyzes trends related to age.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "age investigated"?
You can use alternatives like "age was studied", "age was examined", or "effects of aging were researched" depending on the context.
How can I correctly phrase a sentence using "age" in research?
Instead of saying "age investigated", try "the study investigated the effects of age" or "age was a factor in the study" for clearer communication.
Is "age investigated" grammatically correct?
No, "age investigated" is not grammatically correct in standard English. It's better to use phrases like "age was studied" or "the investigated age group".
What's the difference between "age investigated" and ""age was studied""?
"Age investigated" is an ungrammatical fragment. "Age was studied" is a complete, grammatically correct phrase indicating that age was the subject of research.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
85%
Authority and reliability
2.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested