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as appropriate according
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "as appropriate according" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It seems to be an attempt to express that something should be done in a manner that is suitable based on certain criteria or guidelines. Example: "The adjustments should be made as appropriate according to the project's requirements."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
23 human-written examples
Sagar has had a distinguished career as our leading Ted Hughes explicator/groupie (delete as appropriate, according to your view of Hughes) and this book is duly shaped by the argument of Hughes's Shakespeare and the Goddess of Complete Being: "The idea of nature as a single organism is not new.
News & Media
Differences between EMD008 and vehicle were tested with a student's t test or a Mann-Whitney rank sum as appropriate according to data distribution.
"The additional agents field phone calls quickly, provide immediate answers to questions when possible, and document support requests for follow-up as appropriate," according to an internal report.
News & Media
Results were expressed as mean ± SD and median (minimum-maximum) as appropriate according to distribution.
Science
Data were expressed as percentage, arithmetic means ± SD, or geometric means with 95% CI, as appropriate, according to data distribution.
Science
Statistical significance was determined using linear or quadratic regressions as appropriate according to an extra sum-of-squares F test.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
37 human-written examples
Then, as they dive into a given topic, the section may contain visual examples of what's appropriate according to policy, along with more detailed guidelines.
News & Media
Patients were divided into seven categories according to their degree of glucose tolerance or the duration of diabetes, as appropriate.
Science
"Delete as appropriate.
News & Media
Add meat or vegetarian gravy, as appropriate.
News & Media
"Further updates will be provided as appropriate".
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "as appropriate according" in formal writing; it's generally considered ungrammatical. Instead, choose one of the clearer and more accepted alternatives such as "as appropriate" or "according to [guidelines/rules]".
Common error
Avoid redundancy. The phrase "as appropriate according" is often the result of trying to combine two separate but similar expressions. Choose the one that best fits the context, or rephrase for clarity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "as appropriate according" attempts to modify an action or decision, indicating it should align with certain criteria. It tries to combine the concept of suitability with adherence to a standard, resulting in redundancy. This is noted in the analysis from Ludwig AI.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "as appropriate according" is considered grammatically incorrect and redundant by Ludwig AI. It attempts to convey that an action should be both suitable and in line with specific guidelines, but it's better to use either "as appropriate" or "according to [criteria]" separately for clarity. Due to its lack of correct usage and redundancy, it's best to avoid this phrase in favor of more accepted alternatives.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
as applicable pursuant to
Replaces "appropriate" with "applicable" and "according" with "pursuant to", indicating something is done in accordance with a set of rules or guidelines.
as suitable with respect to
Substitutes "appropriate" with "suitable" and rephrases "according" to "with respect to", emphasizing the relevance or fitness of something.
as fitting in relation to
Employs "fitting" instead of "appropriate" and "in relation to" in place of "according", highlighting the connection or correspondence between things.
as deemed necessary by
Replaces "appropriate" and "according" with a phrase that indicates an action is taken based on someone's judgment or requirement.
in a manner consistent with
Expresses agreement or alignment with certain standards or practices, replacing "appropriate" and "according" with a more descriptive phrase.
as circumstances dictate
Indicates that actions should be adjusted based on the situation, without explicitly stating what is considered appropriate.
subject to relevant guidelines
Highlights that certain actions or decisions are influenced by or dependent on established guidelines, similar to following what's "appropriate".
in line with established protocols
Emphasizes adherence to recognized or standardized procedures, akin to doing things "as appropriate".
as per the requirements of
Signifies adherence to specific needs or conditions, similar to determining what's appropriate based on these requirements.
consistent with good practice
Focuses on aligning with accepted methods and approaches, suggesting an action is taken with consideration for established standards.
FAQs
What's the correct way to say something should be done based on certain guidelines?
Instead of "as appropriate according", use phrases like "as appropriate" or "according to the guidelines". For example, "Adjust the settings "as appropriate"" or "Adjust the settings according to the manual".
Is "as appropriate according" grammatically correct?
No, the phrase "as appropriate according" is generally considered grammatically incorrect and redundant. It's better to use either "as appropriate" or "according to" followed by specific criteria.
How can I avoid redundancy when expressing that something should be done suitably?
To avoid redundancy, choose either "as appropriate" to indicate suitability or "according to [criteria]" to specify the basis for the action. Using both together, as in "as appropriate according", is unnecessary.
What are some alternatives to "as appropriate according" that are more concise?
Consider using single phrases like ""as appropriate"", "suitably", or specifying the criteria directly with "according to the guidelines" for more clarity.
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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
1.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested