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as appropriate from
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "as appropriate from" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to indicate that something should be done in a suitable manner based on the context or source, but the phrasing is awkward. Example: "Please follow the guidelines as appropriate from the manual, ensuring that all steps are adhered to."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(1)
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Usage summary
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
7 human-written examples
Seeing as this column was written before the Turkey Day games, I'm going to need you to delete as appropriate from the following two options: 'Wow, what a great set of games yesterday.
News & Media
mRNAs were prepared with the mMessage mMachine kit (with cap analog, either SP6- or T7-driven, as appropriate) from Ambion.
Science
Our objectives are to calculate contemporary N e from both temporal (eight generations) and point samples and to compare and contrast values (as appropriate) from these different methods.
Science
In this context, the "time to" individual events were calculated by subtracting the first event date (as appropriate) from the date when intensified treatment started.
Science
Choosing from the other functions either left or right, as appropriate, from the Unary menu of HIBACHI passes the result of the first function and this epistatic behavior to HIBACHI's final output.
Science
As described in the guidelines, task-shifting involves redistributing tasks, as appropriate, "from highly qualified health workers to health workers with shorter training and fewer qualifications in order to make more efficient use of the available human resources for health".
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
52 human-written examples
They then reread the article as a group, filling in the chart as appropriate with examples from the article.
News & Media
Hprt and Ywhaz had previously been identified as the as appropriate housekeeping genes from a reference gene panel of 14 genes which also included Tbp, Actb, Gusb, Gapdh, B2m, Rps18, G6pdx, Hmbs, Nono, Ppia, Tfrc and Rpl13a (Bio-Rad LabONatories, Mississauga, ON Canada) using geNorm [ 36].
Science
All the Cablegate documents so far have been released piecemeal in partnership with newspapers around the world, whose editorial staff vets and redacts names from them as appropriate.
News & Media
Have been rolled over from another Company participating in combat medic military occupational specialty (MOS) training Research staff at Fort Sam Houston, Texas will introduce this study to Soldiers, screen them for eligibility, and obtain informed consent from Soldiers, as appropriate.
Data regarding antibiotic usage before and during the hospital admission, length of hospital stay, and clinical markers of severity using the modified Early Warning Score and the pneumonia assessment tool CURB-65 (confusion, urea > 7 mmol/L, respiratory rate > 30 breaths/min, BP systolic < 90 and diastolic < 60, age > 65 years) score as appropriate on admission were collected from case notes.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "as appropriate from" in formal writing. It is grammatically incorrect and can confuse readers. Instead, use phrases like "as relevant from" or "depending on the context from".
Common error
A common mistake is to assume that "from" correctly follows "as appropriate". "From" typically indicates the origin or source, but in this context, a different preposition or phrasing is needed to convey the intended meaning.
Source & Trust
83%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested
Linguistic Context
The phrase "as appropriate from" attempts to function as an adverbial phrase, modifying a verb by indicating a conditional or contextual selection based from a source. However, Ludwig AI indicates that this phrase is grammatically incorrect, disrupting its intended function.
Frequent in
Science
40%
News & Media
30%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Wiki
5%
Encyclopedias
0%
Social Media
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "as appropriate from" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in formal writing. While the intention is to convey conditional selection from a source, Ludwig AI flags the phrase as ungrammatical, suggesting alternatives like "as relevant from" or "depending on the context from". Its usage appears across various contexts, including science and news, but its incorrect structure reduces its effectiveness and suitability for professional communication. Remember to use correct prepositional phrases to enhance clarity and credibility in your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
as relevant from
Replaces 'appropriate' with 'relevant', emphasizing the pertinence of the information. The original preposition 'as' remains.
as suitable from
Substitutes 'appropriate' with 'suitable', indicating fitness for purpose. Maintains the original preposition 'as'.
as applicable from
Emphasizes the applicability of information, replacing 'appropriate' with 'applicable'. Retains the preposition 'as'.
as pertinent from
Utilizes 'pertinent' instead of 'appropriate', focusing on the direct relevance of the information. Keeps the original preposition 'as'.
depending on the context from
Rephrases to highlight contextual dependence, replacing 'as appropriate'. Maintains the original preposition 'from'.
where applicable from
Highlights conditional applicability, replacing 'as appropriate' with 'where applicable'. Includes preposition 'from'.
as deemed necessary from
Indicates that something should be done based on necessity as evaluated from source. Replaces 'appropriate' with 'deemed necessary'.
when relevant from
Focuses on relevance in a temporal or conditional sense. Uses 'when' instead of 'as' for a slightly different emphasis but conveys a similar meaning.
as considered fitting from
Replaces 'appropriate' with 'considered fitting', focusing on what is considered suitable.
as judged suitable from
Replaces 'appropriate' with 'judged suitable', emphasizing a decision-making aspect regarding suitability.
FAQs
What can I say instead of "as appropriate from"?
You can use alternatives like "as relevant from", "as suitable from", or "depending on the context from" depending on the context.
Is "as appropriate from" grammatically correct?
No, "as appropriate from" is not grammatically correct. It's better to use alternative phrases that provide a clearer and more standard meaning.
How to correct a sentence that uses "as appropriate from"?
Replace the phrase with a more grammatically sound alternative. For example, instead of saying "Use the data as appropriate from the report", consider "Use the data as relevant from the report".
What's the difference between "as appropriate" and "as appropriate from"?
"As appropriate" means 'as needed' or 'when suitable'. Adding "from" makes the phrase grammatically incorrect and doesn't add a clear meaning. It's best to stick with "as appropriate" or rephrase the sentence for 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
83%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested