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annotations point
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "annotations point" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to refer to a specific point or aspect related to annotations, but it lacks clarity and context. Example: "The annotations point to several key areas of improvement in the document."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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Alternative expressions(1)
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2 human-written examples
In the current study, we assessed the 3D localization of genomic annotations (point data).
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MATCH (m:SBML_MODEL <-[:BELONGSBML_MODEL <-[ANNOTATION)<-[:BELONGS_TO*1..2]- a ANNOTATION <-[ Model, count(r) AS NumBELONGS_TO*1..2]- a ANNOTATION <-[fAnnotation), min(NumBELONGS_TO*1..2]- a ANNOTATION <-[tation), stdev(NumBELONGS_TO]- rn) Query 6: How many annotations point to the term SBELONGS_TO]- rnetic constant) oRESOURCE its children?
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58 human-written examples
The extrinsic meaning of each SBML tag can be given by annotations pointing to an appropriate description of biological knowledge.
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Result 6: 3373 annotations pointing to SBO 0000009 or one of its children (e. g. half-life, diffusion coefficient or bimolecular rate constant), 1127 of them point directly to SBO 0000009.
This would include the use of clear annotations pointing to the appropriate findings as well as effective use of animation including builds and transitioning between slides [ 2].
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Similarly, the lower diversity & higher richness in the KO and COG annotations points to a less specialized gut microbiota with redundant functionality present in many copies throughout the guinea pig microbiota.
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Even if FlyCyc is manually curated and DromeCyc (by CycADS) only computationally derived the two databases are not very different from the annotation point of view.
Unfortunately, the poor unambiguous sequence reporting in literature, together with the widespread use of online target prediction databases relying on outdated annotation, point at an unawareness of the problem in the field.
O. sativa promoters (−1000 bps) were extracted from GenBank RAP BUILD 3 files provided by NCBI [ 68] using the GenBank extraction script aGBSQL of the Motif Mapper for Python v1.4 software [ 37] and choosing option root = 2 (take most 5' annotation point for each gene [option TSS or ATG]).
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The annotation points of the previous image will remain and appear on the next image.
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There is a deviation between the annotation points and the facial feature points; therefore, we need to use a mouse pointer to drag the annotation points to the facial feature points (Fig. 6).
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use stronger verbs like "indicate", "highlight", or "refer to" to convey the intended meaning more clearly and effectively when discussing what annotations do.
Common error
Avoid using the verb "point" imprecisely; ensure that the verb choice clearly reflects the intended function of the annotations, whether it's to indicate, highlight, or explain something specific.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "annotations point" functions as a subject-verb construction where "annotations" is the subject and "point" is the verb. However, according to Ludwig AI, this construction is grammatically questionable and lacks clarity. The intended meaning, which involves annotations directing attention or providing information, is not effectively conveyed.
Frequent in
Science
50%
News & Media
50%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
Wiki
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Encyclopedias
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Social Media
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "annotations point" is considered grammatically questionable by Ludwig AI and is not a recommended construction in formal English. While it appears in some scientific and news contexts, its intended meaning—that annotations direct attention or provide information—can be more clearly and effectively conveyed using stronger verbs like "indicate", "highlight", or "refer to". Given its infrequency and potential for misinterpretation, writers should opt for more precise and grammatically sound alternatives to ensure clarity in their communication.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
annotations indicate
Replaces "point" with a more direct verb implying indication or suggestion.
annotations highlight
Emphasizes the role of annotations in drawing attention to specific details.
annotations refer to
Focuses on the reference or subject matter of the annotations.
annotations demonstrate
Suggests that annotations are used to prove or show something.
annotations illustrate
Highlights the illustrative function of the annotations.
annotations specify
Implies that annotations provide precise or detailed information.
annotations delineate
Emphasizes the role of annotations in marking boundaries or distinctions.
annotations clarify
Focuses on the role of annotations in making something clearer or easier to understand.
annotations explain
Suggests that annotations provide an explanation or interpretation.
annotations detail
Implies annotations give precise details or information.
FAQs
What's a better way to phrase "annotations point"?
Consider using stronger and more precise verbs like "annotations indicate", "annotations highlight", or "annotations refer to" for clarity.
How can I use annotations effectively in my writing?
Ensure your annotations clearly and concisely "specify" the information you want to convey, using language that leaves no room for ambiguity.
What's the difference between saying "annotations point" and "annotations indicate"?
While "annotations point" can be vague, "annotations indicate" is more direct, suggesting that the annotations are providing a sign or signal about something.
When should I use "annotations clarify" instead of "annotations point"?
Use "annotations clarify" when the purpose of the annotations is to make something easier to understand or to remove confusion, rather than simply directing attention.
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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
76%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested