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age undertaken
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "age undertaken" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It seems to be an incorrect combination of words and lacks context for proper usage. Example: "The age undertaken for this study was between 18 and 25 years."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
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Alternative expressions(20)
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
It is a rumination on late old age, undertaken, she writes, because "book after book has been written about being young, and even more of them about the elaborate and testing experiences that cluster round procreation, but there is not much on record about falling away".
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
The current positions of the 1991 cohort are summarised in figure 1. Typically these individuals (who are now approximately 50 years of age) undertook a PhD followed by completion of specialised training.
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Theatre By The Lake regulars who know her work from Jordan, which played here two years ago, may be surprised by this comic road trip through the dark ages undertaken by Ymma of Normandy as she journeys to meet her future husband, Silence, Lord of Cumbria".
News & Media
Our study examines the use of Ω-3 fatty acid (w3 FA) supplements among older Australians, drawing upon the largest study of healthy ageing undertaken in the Southern Hemisphere (n=266 848).
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This was a cross-sectional study of individuals aged >15 years, undertaken over a 3-month period in a rural African (black) community of Zulu descent in the Ubombo district of the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa.
Science
The "reference man" was defined as males aged ≥ 18 years, undertaking light physical activity, whose daily reference energy intake was 2400 kcal [ 22].
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A further analysis restricted to children under 5 years of age was undertaken.
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Prospective, active surveillance of children <16 years of age was undertaken from February 1 , 1997 to January 31 , 2001 in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
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From May 2004 to May 2005, a study of acute gastroenteritis in children <16 years of age was undertaken by the Institut Pasteur, Antananarivo, Madagascar.
Science
A further analysis of the distribution of delegation by age was undertaken using the 11 National Health Service (NHS) age-groups (0 2 years, 3 5 years, 6 12 years, 13 17 years, 18 24 years, 25 34 years, 35 44 years, 45 54 years, 55 64 years, 65 74 years, Over 75 years).
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Therefore the power of our analysis and ability for further stratification (such as for parental age groups within restricted subsets of the other parent's age as undertaken on Californian data [19]) was limited.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When referring to age in research, specify "age group" or "age range" for clarity. For example, use "analysis by age group" instead of "age undertaken".
Common error
Do not use "age undertaken" as it's grammatically unconventional. Opt for clearer expressions like "study of aging" or "analysis by age group".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "age undertaken" lacks a clear grammatical function and is not a standard English expression. Ludwig AI indicates that it's not a correct combination of words. More suitable phrases involve specifying age groups or studies related to aging.
Frequent in
Science
33%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
33%
Less common in
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0%
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "age undertaken" is grammatically incorrect and rarely used in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms this, suggesting it's an incorrect word combination. Instead, consider using more conventional and clear phrases such as "study on aging", "analysis by age group", or specifying the "age range". While the phrase appears in some scientific and news contexts, its lack of grammatical correctness makes it unsuitable for formal writing. Using more common phrases ensures clarity and avoids confusion. Always strive for precision in your language for academic and professional contexts.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
analysis by age
Emphasizes the method of analyzing data based on age, not an action related to it.
age-related study
Highlights the connection between age and the subject of the study, instead of an action.
conducted by age
The focus in on performing some analysis related to the age
study on aging
Focuses on the process of growing older, differing from a specific action related to age.
research on age groups
Specifies different categories by age, moving away from a single action.
sorted by age
Highlights that something or someone is arranged according to the age
age-based assessment
Focuses on an evaluation or judgement based on age, differing from 'undertaken'.
investigation across age ranges
Specifies a broader scope of investigation, focused on various age groups rather than an isolated age.
evaluation by age cohort
Highlights that the evaluation is performed considering age of subjects
task based on age
Indicates that the task is related to or depends on age
FAQs
How can I correctly use the word "age" in research contexts?
Instead of using the phrase "age undertaken", consider more common and grammatically correct alternatives such as "analysis by age", "study on aging", or specifying the age group, such as "participants aged 18-25".
What are some better ways to describe research involving different age groups?
You can describe research involving different age groups by stating the "age group" being studied or mentioning that the research involves "different age ranges". Avoid using "age undertaken".
Is there a difference between saying "age undertaken" and "study on aging"?
Yes, "study on aging" is a grammatically correct and common phrase that refers to research on the process of growing old. The phrase "age undertaken" is not standard English and should be avoided.
Which phrase is more appropriate: "age analysis undertaken" or "analysis by age"?
"Analysis by age" is a more appropriate and grammatically correct way to describe data analysis based on age groups compared to "age analysis undertaken".
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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
81%
Authority and reliability
2.2/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested