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an ensuing figure
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "an ensuing figure" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a figure or illustration that follows as a result of something previously mentioned or discussed. Example: "In the following section, we will analyze the data presented in an ensuing figure that illustrates the trends over the past decade."
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Alternative expressions(3)
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Similar Expressions
60 human-written examples
As the tubulin structure was restored, a coordinated reconstruction of PSTPIP1 filaments ensued (Figure 3C, D).
Science
It is of note, however, that we confirmed previous findings of strong involvement of the hippocampus which was reflected by a subsequent memory effect with graded neural activities depending on the success of an ensuing retrieval task (see Figure S3 of Supporting Information for results).
Science
The ensuing controversy figured in the Beatles' decision never to tour again.
News & Media
In the ensuing scramble to figure out how the group, which had begun in a yoga studio, evolved into a terrorist organisation, it emerged that several members had actually spent most of the previous year in outback Australia.
News & Media
The first clue that Ms. Hartigan would devote a lot of attention to the human figure in ensuing years is furnished by "Reisterstown Mall," which is near Baltimore where she relocated from New York in 1960, and still lives.
News & Media
They agreed to it, though, a problem ensued when they could not figure the prompter out, which resulted in Banks "throwing fastballs at [Baldwin] and him battling them back as fast as possible and hoping they could cut it together faster than we were doing it".
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The physician was notified if the increase or decrease in dosages or bolus administration did not lead to normalization of the COMFORT score in the ensuing 30 minutes. Figure 1 Example of the specific window for pain and discomfort evaluation and management.
Science
The ballot measure -- expected to be among the most expensive fights on the November ballot -- would raise the pain-and-suffering limit from $250,000 to $1.1 million and adjust the figure in ensuing years based on inflation.
News & Media
The recombination-specific amplification product was only faintly detected in the explants (Fig. 6b lanes 5 8) due to selective cardiomyocyte death and ensuing nuclear loss (see Figure 1).
Science
Obscure and overlooked while alive, Drake has, in the ensuing decades, become a hallowed figure, beloved for his strange, delicate songs, his novel tunings, and his hushed singing voice.
News & Media
Suddenly he was a public figure, and the ensuing media frenzy forced him to abort his studies at the Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester, a finishing school of sorts for the landed gentry that focuses its studies more on horses and the fields they are ridden in (a typical degree: equine management) than the liberal arts one might pursue at Oxford or Cambridge.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "an ensuing figure", ensure the context clearly establishes what the figure is ensuing from. Provide explicit connections to prior discussions or data.
Common error
Avoid using "an ensuing figure" if the figure doesn't directly and immediately follow the information it's meant to illustrate. Choose a clearer phrase if the sequence is not obvious.
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Linguistic Context
The primary grammatical function of "an ensuing figure" is to act as a noun phrase, specifically functioning as a subject complement or object in a sentence. It refers to a visual representation or illustration that follows logically from the preceding context. Ludwig confirms its correct usage.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "an ensuing figure" is a grammatically correct noun phrase used to introduce a figure that logically follows from preceding text. Although Ludwig confirms its validity, examples in the provided data are absent, thus its frequency and usage patterns are difficult to establish. When utilizing this phrase, ensure the link between the text and the figure is clear, and consider alternative phrases like ""a subsequent figure"" or "a following figure" to enhance clarity.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
a subsequent figure
Replaces "ensuing" with "subsequent", indicating a figure that follows in time or order.
a following figure
Uses "following" instead of "ensuing", suggesting a figure that comes directly after.
the resulting illustration
Focuses on the figure as a result of a process or action, using "illustration" instead of "figure".
the aforementioned figure
Refers back to a figure already discussed, providing a formal tone.
the figure below
Indicates a figure located beneath the current text, providing spatial context.
the chart that follows
Uses "chart" as a specific type of figure, emphasizing the sequential nature.
the diagram presented next
Specifies "diagram" as a type of figure and highlights its immediate presentation.
a figure depicting the outcome
Emphasizes that the figure illustrates a particular result or consequence.
a representative figure
Implies that the figure stands for or exemplifies a broader concept.
the correlative figure
Introduces a figure that relates to or correlates with something previously stated.
FAQs
How can I use "an ensuing figure" in a sentence?
Use "an ensuing figure" to refer to a diagram, chart, or illustration that logically follows and supports a point you've just made. For example, "The analysis reveals a significant trend, as demonstrated in "a subsequent figure"."
What are some alternatives to "an ensuing figure"?
You can use phrases like "a following figure", ""a subsequent figure"", or "the resulting illustration" depending on the specific context and emphasis you want to convey.
Is it correct to say "the ensuing figure" instead of "an ensuing figure"?
While both are grammatically correct, "an ensuing figure" is typically used when introducing the figure for the first time, whereas "the ensuing figure" implies the figure has already been mentioned or is otherwise known to the reader. Choose the article that best fits the context.
What's the difference between "an ensuing figure" and "a relevant figure"?
"An ensuing figure" highlights the sequential relationship—the figure follows and supports what was just discussed. "A relevant figure", on the other hand, emphasizes the pertinence or importance of the figure to the topic at hand, regardless of its placement in the text. Therefore, "a relevant figure" could appear anywhere and still be considered important, whereas "an ensuing figure" logically comes after the text it supports.
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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
60%
Authority and reliability
4.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested