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contributed to augmented
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "contributed to augmented" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to describe a contribution that enhances or increases something, but it lacks clarity and proper context. Example: "The new technology contributed to augmented reality experiences in gaming."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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In addition, following high-dose prednisolone treatment, FPG levels were, albeit it marginally, increased, which could have contributed to augmented glucose oxidation in the basal state.
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Autocrine TNFα production in osteoclasts derived from c/ebpβ−/− or L/L mice indeed contributed to augmented osteoclastogenesis, consistent with earlier reports (Lam et al, 2000; Fuller et al, 2002; Kim et al, 2008).
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58 human-written examples
Thus, we hypothesized that p53 might contribute to augmented cytotoxicity of 5-FU upon loss of HIF-1α.
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These results suggest that increased activation of TLR4 contributes to augmented blood pressure observed in SHR.
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There are two terms contributing to the augmented travel time [Eq. (13)]: normal or cruise travel time ( (t_{a} ) ) and beta ( (beta_{a} ) ).
Whether CGRP directly contributes to the augmented peripheral nociceptive inputs that drive OA pain remains an important unanswered question that has direct relevance to the treatment of pain.
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Alternatively, an activation of matrix-bound aggrecanases by SFB-derived MMP could contribute to the augmented aggrecanase activity in co-culture [ 39].
IL-17A was expressed after O3 exposure, especially in the obese mice, and could also contribute to the augmented O3-induced AHR observed in these mice.
39 Increased TrkA expression by sensory nerves innervating the osteoarthritic knee may contribute to the augmented weight-bearing asymmetry following intra-articular injection of NGF.
The detailed LGS-Illumina profile of AJ allele proportion supports the possibility that this mutation too may contribute to an augmented (intermediate) CQ-R.
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This contributes to an augmented CO2-chemosensitivity [ 10– 14] resulting in chronic hyperventilation with hypocapnia [ 13, 14], enhanced ventilatory response to exercise with inefficient ventilation (VE/VCO2-slope), and exertional oscillatory ventilation (EOV) [ 15].
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing contributions, use stronger verbs like "enhanced", "improved", or "increased" instead of combining "contributed to" with "augmented". This results in clearer and more impactful writing.
Common error
Do not use "contributed to augmented" as it's often redundant. Instead, choose a single, precise verb that encapsulates both the contribution and the enhancement. For example, use "enhanced" instead of "contributed to augmented".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "contributed to augmented" functions as a causal link attempting to describe something that has played a role in increasing or enhancing something else. However, it is considered grammatically awkward and unclear, as noted by Ludwig.
Frequent in
Science
60%
News & Media
25%
Formal & Business
15%
Less common in
Academia
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Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "contributed to augmented" attempts to link a cause and effect, it is considered grammatically incorrect and lacks clarity. Ludwig AI confirms this assessment, suggesting the use of stronger, more direct verbs like "enhanced" or "improved" for clearer communication. Although potentially found in formal or scientific writing, its usage should be carefully considered, and simpler alternatives are generally preferred. Related phrases such as "contributed to enhancing" or "helped to augment" offer better grammatical structure. When aiming for effective writing, avoid the redundancy and awkwardness this phrase can introduce.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
contributed to enhancing
Replaces "augmented" with "enhancing", offering a more standard and grammatically sound phrasing.
helped to augment
Uses "helped" instead of "contributed", which shifts the focus slightly but maintains a similar meaning with a clearer structure.
played a role in augmenting
Specifies the contribution as 'playing a role', making the sentence more formal and precise.
aided in the augmentation of
A more formal alternative, replacing "contributed" with "aided" and restructuring the sentence.
was instrumental in augmenting
Highlights the importance of the contribution, suggesting it was crucial for the augmentation.
supported the augmentation of
Indicates a supportive role in the process of augmentation.
assisted in augmenting
Similar to 'helped', but slightly more formal.
added to the augmentation of
Focuses on the additive effect of the contribution.
factored into the augmentation of
Suggests that the contribution was one of several factors influencing the augmentation.
lent itself to augmenting
Implies that the subject was suitable for contributing to the augmentation.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "contributed to augmented"?
How can I use "contributed to augmented" correctly in a sentence?
While grammatically awkward, you might restructure to say "contributed to the augmentation of", though simpler alternatives are preferable. For instance, "the research enhanced our understanding" is clearer than "the research contributed to augmented understanding".
Is "contributed to augmented" considered grammatically correct?
According to Ludwig AI, the phrase "contributed to augmented" is not correct in standard written English. It's advisable to use more direct and grammatically sound alternatives.
What is a better way to phrase "contributed to augmented reality"?
Instead of "contributed to augmented reality", you could say "enhanced augmented reality", "improved augmented reality", or "advanced augmented reality", depending on the intended meaning.
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Usage summary
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2.8/5
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Real-world application tested