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also take child
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "also take child" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to convey the idea of including a child in a certain action or context, but it lacks clarity and grammatical structure. Example: "If you are going to the park, please also take child with you."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Formal & Business
Alternative expressions(1)
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Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
The study showed low agreement between teacher and self-reported internalizing problems, even for children scoring above the 90th percentile of the RCADS, indicating a high level of problems, emphasizing the need to also take child reports into account when screening for anxiety and depression in children.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
It is therefore crucial to also take children's own perspectives into account when evaluating discomfort of research procedures.
Science
The separately-owned Ecole du Ski Français (ESF) also takes children from the age of three; and up on the uncrowded slopes you pass groups of tots snowploughing down like little ski-ducklings following their instructor.
News & Media
We're also taking children's hospitals and doing a neuroblastoma clinical trial, which is been now implemented for three years.
News & Media
Also take your child's age into account when setting wages.
News & Media
She can also take the child to a hospital 3 km away, where treatment is free.
Formal & Business
She might also take her child to a well-known pediatric facility or a facility where a friend is employed, even if the facility may not be located near her residence.
Science
You should also take your child to a doctor if she hasn't urinated in 4-6 hoursheshashasignsns of dehydration, and she is experiencing diarrhea.
Wiki
The $500 credit interacts with the alternative minimum tax so that taxpayers earning as little as $50,000 could lose much of it if they also take the child-care tax credit or an education credit.
News & Media
Emily was worried I'd decide to leave later and not only take the child we already had, but also take the new child.
News & Media
Manuel Blanco, another lifeguard volunteer with Spanish organisation Proem Aid says the swimming lessons were also designed to take children out of the tedious refugee camp routine.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When referring to a specific child, use the article "the" before "child" to ensure clarity. For example, "also take the child" is more grammatically sound than "also take child".
Common error
Avoid omitting the article "the" before "child" when referring to a specific child. Saying "also take child" sounds incomplete; instead, use "also take the child".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "also take child" typically functions as a fragment of a verb phrase aiming to express the action of including a child. However, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect in standard English due to the missing article.
Frequent in
Science
33%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
33%
Less common in
Wiki
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Encyclopedias
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while instances of the phrase "also take child" can be found, Ludwig AI flags it as grammatically incorrect due to the omission of a necessary article. The intended meaning is usually to include a child in some action, but better alternatives include "also take the child" or "also bring child". Correct usage depends heavily on the context; formal settings require greater precision. Examples sourced from news, science, and business contexts show varied attempts at its application. For improved clarity and adherence to standard English grammar, it's best to use one of the suggested alternatives.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
also bring child
Replaces "take" with "bring" for improved grammatical flow and naturalness.
also take the child
Adding "the" before "child" clarifies the reference to a specific child.
take the child too
Rearranges the sentence to emphasize inclusion and uses "too" for a more conversational tone.
include the child too
Substitutes "take" with "include" for a clearer indication of adding someone.
bring the child along
Uses "bring along" to suggest accompaniment and participation.
also have the child
Emphasizes possession and responsibility for the child during an activity.
escort the child as well
Implies guidance and accompaniment, suitable for formal contexts.
make sure you include the child
Adds emphasis on the necessity of including the child.
ensure the child can come along
Focuses on permitting or allowing the child's inclusion.
remember to bring the child
Highlights the act of remembering or not forgetting the child.
FAQs
How can I correctly use the phrase "also take child" in a sentence?
What is a more natural way to say "also take child"?
Which is correct, "also take child" or "also take the child"?
"Also take "the child"" is grammatically correct because it includes the definite article "the", indicating a specific child. "Also take child" is missing the article and sounds incomplete.
What are some alternatives to "also take child" that emphasize inclusion?
To emphasize inclusion, you could use alternatives like "include the child as well", "make sure to bring the "child"", or "don't forget to "bring the child" along".
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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
79%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested