Your English writing platform
Free sign upSuggestions(5)
The phrase "caused by a combination" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when explaining the reasons or factors that lead to a particular outcome or situation.
Example: "The increase in pollution levels was caused by a combination of industrial emissions and vehicle exhaust."
Alternatives: "resulting from a mix of" or "attributed to a blend of".
Exact(58)
We found that our problems were caused by a combination of factors.
Both were caused by a combination of mechanical failures and human error.
The differences are caused by a combination of political calculation and personality clashes.
All were caused by a combination of design defects and operator errors.
The new charge resulted in "a billing error caused by a combination of system issues," he said in a statement.
She suffers from vitiligo, a skin disease that some believe is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Why it matters: Colony collapse disorder is caused by a combination of factors – parasites, agricultural chemicals and poor nutrition.
"The uncertainty is caused by a combination of both positive and negative factors," he said in a statement.
The primary headaches are caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Migraine is a complex disorder caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
The occurrence of errors is caused by a combination of human factors and system factors [46].
More suggestions(15)
Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.
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.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com