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allowed showing
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "allowed showing" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to convey permission for a demonstration or display, but it lacks clarity and proper grammatical structure. Example: "The guidelines for the event include an allowed showing of the new product to the audience."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(1)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
6 human-written examples
"Well," he allowed, "showing the Pope in pajamas, the Pope taking a shower — it jumps out at the viewer's eye, yes, but it's just part of the aesthetic of showing the hidden Vatican".
News & Media
Detailed ELF data analyses allowed showing that in α KrF2E3 and isostructural XeF2E3 difluorides the three E electronic clouds merge or hybridize into a torus and adopt a perfect gyration circle with an elliptical section, while in β KrF2 the network architecture deforms the whole torus into an ellipsoid shape.
Science
The observation of the morphology before and after the transition from the static to the dynamic mode allowed showing that a short period of time, corresponding to a limited evolution of the conversion around the gel point, influences drastically the development of the morphology.
Science
This allowed showing a nearly complete homozygosity in Ugni Blanc mutant and as expected, a high level of heterozygosity in Chardonnay.
Science
However, though this method allowed showing significant impacts of adherence variability on some elements of the immunovirological response, the interpretation of the size effects remained difficult.
In addition, this model also allowed showing the short-term effects of CB1R-induced actomyosin contraction in outgrowth/retraction of non-differentiated neurites, which is an often used experimental read-out to measure cannabinoid-induced structural effects (Table 2 in Gaffuri et al. 2012).
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
54 human-written examples
The Yellowstone samples, from a part of the park where snowmobiles are prohibited but wheeled vehicles are allowed, showed intermediate levels.
News & Media
A government spokesman interrupted the BHRS press conference and said the fact such meetings were allowed showed that there was freedom and reform in Bahrain.
News & Media
MGR: Fix CMainDocument::WorkShowGraphics for Mac, UNIX and Linux to allow showing graphics with or without sandbox.
It allows showing a disparity between the ways of writing these documents.
Science
The VNC software can be set to allow showing a desktop while blocking external control.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Opt for clearer, more grammatically correct alternatives like "permitted to show" or "allowed to display" to ensure your writing is easily understood and adheres to standard English conventions.
Common error
Avoid using the phrase "allowed showing" as it is grammatically awkward. Instead, consider using phrases like "permitted to show" or "authorized to display" for improved clarity and correctness.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "allowed showing" typically functions as a verb phrase that attempts to describe permission or authorization for something to be displayed or demonstrated. However, as noted by Ludwig AI, the phrase is not grammatically correct. Better alternatives should be used.
Frequent in
Science
50%
News & Media
41%
Wiki
9%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Social Media
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "allowed showing" attempts to convey permission for a display or demonstration, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect. It appears in a mix of scientific and news contexts, indicating a neutral to professional register, but its awkward phrasing suggests it should be avoided in formal writing. It is better to use alternatives such as "permitted to show", "authorized to display", or "given permission to exhibit".
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
permitted to show
Replaces "allowed showing" with a more standard verb construction, emphasizing permission.
authorized to display
Substitutes "allowed showing" to highlight official approval for a display.
given permission to exhibit
Offers a formal alternative to "allowed showing", stressing the granting of permission.
enabled to present
Suggests that something was made possible for presentation, instead of simply being allowed.
had the opportunity to reveal
Shifts the focus to the chance or occasion to reveal something, rather than permission.
able to demonstrate
Indicates capability or ability to demonstrate, moving away from the concept of permission.
entitled to present
Conveys a right or entitlement to present something, differing slightly from mere permission.
sanctioned to exhibit
Implies official approval or endorsement for an exhibition.
approved for demonstration
Replaces "allowed showing" focusing on the approval for a demonstration.
given the green light to display
An idiomatic expression indicating permission or approval to display something.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "allowed showing"?
You can use alternatives such as "permitted to show", "authorized to display", or "given permission to exhibit" depending on the context.
Is "allowed showing" grammatically correct?
No, "allowed showing" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. It's better to use phrases like "permitted to show" or "allowed to display".
How can I use "permitted to show" in a sentence?
You can use "permitted to show" in a sentence like: "The museum was permitted to show the rare artifacts after the restoration was complete."
What's the difference between "allowed showing" and "permitted to show"?
"Allowed showing" is grammatically awkward and less clear. "Permitted to show" is a more standard and grammatically correct way to express that something is allowed to be displayed.
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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
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested