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are in age
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "are in age" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to refer to a specific age or age group, but it lacks clarity and context. Example: "The participants in the study are in age groups ranging from 18 to 25."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
News & Media
Science
Alternative expressions(20)
of a comparable age
close in age
close in populations
close in overhead
aged between
similar age range
not far apart in age
closest in age
close in sequence
close in management
nearly the same age
of similar vintage
ends in age
around the same age
within a few years of each other
closely in age
near in age
greater in age
closeness in age
belong to the age group
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
They know nothing else". "My boys -- both adopted as babies". "Elena is just over 9 months older than Jovi so we get lots of looks and questions when people realize how close they are in age.
News & Media
Only 12% of TLGS and other Tehran population are in age groups 60-84 years, which explains the low number of participants in this study.
Science
Women, those in the Black Caribbean group, those who are in age groups 45 years and older, and those who reported being divorced or separated had increased odds of reporting fair or poor general health.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
Furthermore, accurate judgement of partner age allows interventions to focus on providing information regarding appropriate behaviour change, rather than first having to help individuals identify whether they are in age-disparate relationships in order to ensure that those in the target demographic are aware they are being targeted.
Science
Gupta et al. (2012) found that most common group was in age 15 30 years (59.6%).
Gadage et al. (2014) found that 68% cases were in age 21 40 years.
The fastest cyclists were in age group 35 39 years.
Two of these women reported being in age range of 30-35 years and nine were in age range of 45-55 years. 45-55 years
Science
Ages are in years.
Of the 2,060 homes planned for the development, approximately 900 will be in age-restricted neighborhoods and approximately 1,100 will be in all-ages neighborhoods.
News & Media
Most of the subjects were in age-groups 45-59 years. 45-59 years
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing age ranges, use precise and grammatically correct phrases such as "belong to the age group of" or "fall within the age bracket of" to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Common error
Do not use the phrase "are in age" as it is grammatically incorrect. Instead, specify the age range or group the subjects belong to for better clarity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "are in age" functions as an attempt to categorize or describe individuals within a certain age range. However, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect. More precise alternatives should be used to properly convey the intended meaning.
Frequent in
Science
33%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
0%
Wiki
0%
Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "are in age" is identified by Ludwig AI as grammatically incorrect and not recommended for use. While it appears in various contexts, including scientific publications and news articles, its incorrectness undermines its effectiveness. The intended purpose is to classify individuals by age, but clearer and more grammatically sound alternatives, such as "belong to the age group" or "fall within the age bracket", should be used. The examples highlight attempts to describe age demographics, further underscoring the need for more precise phrasing. Given these considerations, it's advisable to avoid "are in age" and opt for alternatives that ensure clarity and grammatical correctness.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
fall within the age bracket
Specifies that individuals belong to a certain age range; less direct.
belong to the age group
Indicates membership within a particular age demographic; more formal.
are classified by age
Focuses on how individuals are grouped according to their age; emphasizes categorization.
fit into the age range
Highlights the alignment of individuals with a specific age range; similar to 'fall within'.
are aged between
Provides a numerical age boundary.
range in age from
Focuses on establishing a scale in age.
are of similar age
States that subjects share comparable age.
are within a specific age group
Groups subjects by age.
are from the same generation
Subjects that have the same generational experiences.
are in the same cohort
Subjects share common traits due to birth year.
FAQs
How can I correctly express that people belong to a specific age group?
Instead of using the phrase "are in age", use more precise and grammatically correct alternatives such as "belong to the age group" or "fall within the age bracket" to ensure clarity.
What is the correct way to specify an age range for a group of people?
To accurately specify an age range, use phrases like "aged between" [age] and [age] or "range in age from" [age] to [age] instead of the grammatically questionable "are in age".
Is there a more formal way to describe people who are of a similar age?
Yes, instead of using the vague "are in age", consider using formal alternatives like "are of similar age" or "are from the same generation" to convey the intended meaning with greater precision.
What phrases can I use to categorize individuals by their age more effectively?
Rather than using "are in age", which lacks clarity, opt for phrases that clearly indicate categorization, such as "are classified by age" or "fit into the age range", to provide a more accurate and understandable description.
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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