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cessation communication
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "cessation communication" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to refer to communication that occurs during a cessation or stopping of an activity, but the phrase itself is not standard. Example: "The cessation communication regarding the project was unclear, leaving the team confused about the next steps."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
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Alternative expressions(2)
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1 human-written examples
Faculty members completing this test received accreditation in basic cessation communication skills, awarded by the University of Arizona and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Science and Technology.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
58 human-written examples
In a statement, the family said: "The disappearance and cessation of communication which got his mother and father concerned … are completely out of character and a very recent development".
News & Media
The disappearance and cessation of communication which got his mother and father concerned to report to the security agencies are completely out of character and a very recent development, as before then, from very early childhood, Farouk, to the best of parental monitoring, had never shown any attitude, conduct or association that would give concern.
News & Media
"We know there is a lot of stuff out there," says Keim, "so I think it's important that we have some sort of cessation of communication in this area".
Science & Research
This disrupted fixed-line telephone service and as the island has no cellular telephone service, it caused a total cessation of communication with the mainland.
Wiki
Once relevance was established, students were taught basic cessation related communication and motivational interviewing skills.
Science
"It immediately brings about cessation of open communication to the federal direction, contributes to wooden and unreliable communication... and, dare I say it, retribution".
News & Media
"It immediately brings about the cessation of open communication to the federal director, contributes to wooden and unreliable communication, and a reluctance towards open and trusting lines of communication and, dare I say it, retribution," he wrote.
News & Media
The provider factors examined include provider behavior related to delivery of smoking cessation care and communication style.
Science
Additional examples include: Nonviolent Communication; bullying cessation programs; quality after-school and out-of-school programming; teaching children about peace and peacebuilding movements and what kind of work is happening around the world; and better school discipline and empowering alternatives to in-school suspension.
News & Media
This study develops and validates practical smoking cessation interventions using risk communication approach to help cancer patients quit smoking and improve health related quality of life.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When discussing the end of something and the communication surrounding it, prefer clearer and more common alternatives such as "communication about the termination" or "notice of discontinuation".
Common error
Avoid combining "cessation" directly with "communication" as it sounds unnatural. Instead, use a preposition to connect the concepts for clarity, such as "communication regarding cessation".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "cessation communication" functions as a noun phrase, attempting to describe communication related to the end or termination of something. However, as Ludwig AI points out, it is not a standard or particularly clear construction.
Frequent in
Science
35%
News & Media
30%
Wiki
10%
Less common in
Formal & Business
5%
Encyclopedias
0%
Reference
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "cessation communication" is understandable, Ludwig AI identifies it as non-standard and unclear. Its grammatical status is questionable, and its frequency is rare. More precise and conventional alternatives, such as "communication about termination", "discontinuation notice", or other context-specific phrases, are recommended for clarity. The phrase attempts to describe communication related to the end of something and can appear in science, news and media, and wiki contexts, but more appropriate alternatives should always be considered. As Ludwig AI indicated, the expression does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
termination announcement
Focuses on the communication aspect of ending something, similar to "cessation communication" but more specific to announcements.
discontinuation notice
Highlights the communication regarding the ending of a service or product.
end of communication
Emphasizes the cessation of communication itself, rather than communication about a cessation.
halt in communication
Similar to "end of communication", but uses "halt" to denote a more abrupt stop.
suspension of dialogue
Specifically refers to stopping a conversation or exchange of ideas.
cease contact
Focuses on stopping all forms of contact or communication.
cessation of hostilities announcement
More specific; refers to announcing the end of conflict.
communication on termination
Inverts the structure to emphasize the communication related to a termination event.
closure communication
Refers to communications made during the closing down of an entity or activity.
final communication
Highlights that this is the last message you will receive.
FAQs
What does "cessation communication" mean?
The phrase "cessation communication" isn't standard English, but it likely refers to communication that occurs during or about the stopping of something. More common alternatives include "communication about the termination" or "notice of discontinuation".
How can I use "cessation" correctly in a sentence?
Use "cessation" to refer to the stopping of an activity or process. For example, "the "cessation of hostilities"" or "smoking "cessation program"" are more common and clear.
What are some alternatives to "cessation communication"?
Consider alternatives like "termination announcement", "discontinuation notice", or "communication regarding cessation" depending on the specific context.
Is "cessation communication" grammatically correct?
While not strictly ungrammatical, "cessation communication" is an unusual phrasing. It's better to use more conventional phrasing to ensure clarity and avoid confusion. Ludwig AI confirms that this is not a common phrase.
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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
84%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested