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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are prescriptive" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing rules, guidelines, or approaches that dictate how something should be done or understood.
Example: "The guidelines provided by the committee are prescriptive, outlining the exact steps that must be followed."
Alternatives: "are directive" or "are instructive".
Dictionary
are prescriptive
adjective
Of or pertaining to prescribing or enjoining, especially an action or behavior based on a norm or standard.
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Those shows are prescriptive.
They are prescriptive.
They are prescriptive medications," he says, adding, "They are available on the web.
Parts of the novel are prescriptive, guides to how to live a meaningful life, not unlike parts of "Infinite Jest".
"The changes are prescriptive in teaching what the structures are, but not perhaps in teaching students how to be active citizens," he says.
"You have to put it in the context of all books that are prescriptive about what you couldn't possibly have enough time to do.
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Don't be prescriptive.
Communicate deliberately without being prescriptive.
We don't want to be prescriptive".
This list is not meant to be prescriptive.
"We would have to be prescriptive," he said.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com