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associated to supporting
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "associated to supporting" is not correct in standard written English.
The correct expression would typically be "associated with supporting." Example: "The research findings are associated with supporting the new theory on climate change."
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Alternative expressions(1)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
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FOBT poor sensitivity was also associated to supporting a colorectal cancer screening program in other studies [ 16, 20], and also belief in FOBT test efficacy [ 24].
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
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58 human-written examples
Moreover, Moe and his associates were in frequent contact with financed statesmen and, no matter democrat or republican, Moe directed his associates to support any candidate who shared their vision and readily accepted advice on how to run the campaign to win (U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation 2001, p. 89).
For local bank Pinnacle Financial Partners, the Big Payback fosters another opportunity to make an impact in the community and for associates to support causes they care about.
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Besides from the invasive feature of colonoscopy, poor sensitivity and complicated procedure of FOBT were associated to reluctance to support a colorectal cancer screening program.
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The haplotype G-A-G-T-A at these five markers was associated to Pst resistance, supporting the results obtained from the single SNP markers (File S3).
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In this issue of Epigenetics, Masliah et al. investigated genome-wide DNA methylation in brain and blood samples from Parkinson disease patients and observed a distinctive pattern of methylation involving many genes previously associated to the disease, supporting a role for epigenetic alterations as a molecular mechanism in neurodegeneration.
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Disease duration was associated to psychological support (>3-fold increase for newly diagnosed) and access to drugs (about half decrease in 2 10-year disease duration).
The findings from the South African pneumococcal study, which reported 31% efficacy of the vaccine against pneumonia associated to respiratory viruses support this strategy [ 24].
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We also turned to manually curated databases of genes associated to high profile diseases, to support a subset of functional interactions predicted by GAP.
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This hypothesis of Z-eGFP associated to membrane vesicles is supported by the fact that arenavirus Z protein is myristoylated.
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This inflammatory mediator is also associated to the VEGF signalling pathway supporting the idea of recent studies that seizures promote angiogenesis [13], [70], which could contribute to the recovery process after SE.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use "associated with supporting" instead of "associated to supporting". The preposition "with" is grammatically correct in this context.
Common error
Avoid using "to" after "associated" when the intention is to show a relationship or connection. The correct preposition is "with". For example, say "factors associated with supporting" not "factors associated to supporting".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "associated to supporting" attempts to link a subject with the action of providing assistance or justification. However, this construction is grammatically incorrect, as confirmed by Ludwig. The correct usage is "associated with supporting".
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "associated to supporting" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in formal English. As Ludwig AI indicates, the correct phrasing is "associated with supporting". While the provided examples give context to its usage, it is important to use the correct preposition to maintain grammatical accuracy. Alternatives such as "linked to supporting" or "related to supporting" can also be considered to convey similar meanings, always ensuring they fit the intended context.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
linked to supporting
Replaces "associated" with "linked", indicating a connection but not necessarily a causal one. It alters the vocabulary while keeping the meaning similar.
related to supporting
Substitutes "associated" with "related", suggesting a connection or correspondence. This is a more general term and slightly weakens the implication of a direct link.
connected with supporting
Uses "connected" instead of "associated", offering a more direct and less formal way to express the relationship.
tied to supporting
Emphasizes a strong connection, suggesting that supporting something is fundamentally linked or dependent on something else.
in relation to supporting
Offers a more formal and academic way to describe the connection, suitable for technical or scholarly writing.
aligned with supporting
Suggests that the focus is on harmony, agreement, or cooperation to express a shared goal of supporting
instrumental in supporting
Highlights the importance or usefulness of supporting something as a key factor in achieving a particular outcome.
contributing to supporting
Focuses on the active role that supporting something plays in aiding a particular cause.
conducive to supporting
Suggests that the conditions are favorable for promoting or facilitating supporting something
helpful in supporting
Highlights the beneficial nature of the association, indicating that it aids or facilitates the act of supporting.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say "associated to supporting"?
The correct way to phrase this is "associated with supporting". The preposition "with" is the standard and grammatically correct choice.
What can I say instead of "associated to supporting"?
You can use alternatives like "linked to supporting", "related to supporting", or "connected with supporting" depending on the context.
Which is correct, "associated to supporting" or "associated with supporting"?
"Associated with supporting" is the correct and grammatically sound phrase. "Associated to supporting" is considered incorrect.
What's the difference between "associated to supporting" and "associated with supporting"?
"Associated with supporting" is grammatically correct and widely accepted, indicating a relationship or connection. "Associated to supporting" is not standard English and should be avoided.
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
77%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested