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appropriate out
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "appropriate out" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It seems to be an incomplete or incorrect expression, and without context, it is difficult to determine its intended use. Example: "We need to appropriate out the resources for the project." (This is an attempt to use it, but it is still unclear.)
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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2 human-written examples
[ 28] A special reference to Griendling and Harrison seems appropriate: "Out, damned DOT! Out I say" (where the damned DOT represents the unpaired dots on Lewis diagrams).
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Now find an appropriate out fit for her look.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
54 human-written examples
Understanding the grass seed value chain is a prerequisite for developing sustainable fodder production and guiding appropriate out-scaling in the drylands.
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Appropriate out-of-hours care is important for a well-functioning health care system.
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We follow Giribet and Ribera [ 25] in considering Pycnogonida as an appropriate out-group for rooting the resulting tree.
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A taxonomically rich array of species supported by appropriate out-groups is vital to the reconstruction of mammalian genome evolution.
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These analyses also demonstrate the importance of having the appropriate out-groups to determine the (relative) time points of the events.
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In-hubs are instead highly regulated, maybe acting as sensors of intra- and extra-cellular environments, such as altered growth conditions or unfavorably states (i.e. diseases), and providing this information to the appropriate out-hubs.
In order to test the credibility of assumed relationships among metazoan Rab proteins we carried out additional phylogenetic analyses of their selected subgroups including potential sister sequences and appropriate out-groups.
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Compared with teleost fishes, for which many genome rearrangements have occurred since the TSGD, the gar genome is closer in organization to the human genome (Amores et al. 2011) and was thus considered as the appropriate out-group for the here presented phylogenetic and sequence evolution analyses.
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In addition, we found that these patients were more likely to be transferred to non-VHA tertiary hospitals, presumably because these hospitals were closer to the primary VHA hospital than the affiliated tertiary VHA hospital, indicating appropriate out-of-system transfer for the most urgent patients who could benefit from rapid access to tertiary care.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When aiming to convey the idea of selecting something suitable, consider using the phrase "appropriate selection" or "suitable choice" instead of the less common and potentially confusing "appropriate out".
Common error
Avoid combining adjectives like "appropriate" directly with directional adverbs such as "out" without a clear verb or context. It's more grammatically sound to use a noun phrase like "appropriate exit" or a verb phrase like "appropriately allocate".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "appropriate out" does not have a clear grammatical function in standard English. It's an uncommon and potentially incorrect pairing of an adjective and a directional adverb. As Ludwig AI suggests, this phrase is not correct.
Frequent in
Science
33%
Wiki
33%
News & Media
33%
Less common in
Formal & Business
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Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "appropriate out" is a grammatically questionable construction that appears infrequently and lacks a consistent, clear meaning in standard English. Ludwig AI identifies it as incorrect. Instead of using "appropriate out", consider alternatives like "appropriate selection", "suitable removal", or "correct allocation", depending on the context you wish to convey. As demonstrated in the examples, its usage is scattered across Science, Wiki and News & Media sources, suggesting a lack of established usage. When aiming for clarity and grammatical correctness, it's best to avoid this phrase and opt for more conventional expressions.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
appropriate selection
Focuses on the act of choosing something suitable, rather than a directional movement.
proper extraction
Emphasizes the correct method for taking something out.
suitable removal
Highlights the appropriateness of the removal process.
correct allocation
Shifts the focus to the accurate distribution of resources or items.
fitting distribution
Highlights the appropriateness of how something is distributed.
relevant action
Emphasizes taking an action that is pertinent to a situation.
suitable choice
Focuses on selecting something that is well-suited for a particular purpose.
proper course
Refers to selecting the correct path or method.
appropriate measure
Emphasizes the suitable action taken in a given circumstance.
fitting solution
Highlights finding an answer that is well-suited to the problem.
FAQs
How can I use the word "appropriate" correctly in a sentence?
Use "appropriate" as an adjective before a noun, such as "appropriate action", or with a verb like "deem" (e.g., "deem appropriate"). Avoid using it with directional adverbs like 'out' without a clear connection.
What can I say instead of "appropriate out"?
Consider using phrases like "appropriate selection", "suitable removal", or "correct allocation", depending on the context.
Is "appropriate out" grammatically correct?
No, "appropriate out" is generally not considered grammatically correct in standard English. It's better to rephrase your sentence for clarity and correctness.
What's a better way to phrase something if I'm considering using "appropriate out"?
Depending on your intended meaning, try "appropriate action", "suitable method", or "correct procedure". Always ensure the phrase clearly conveys your intended meaning.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
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Source & Trust
82%
Authority and reliability
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested