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covered with vascular
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "covered with vascular" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to describe something that has a vascular covering, but it lacks clarity and specificity. Example: "The plant's leaves were covered with vascular tissue, allowing for efficient nutrient transport."
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3 human-written examples
Furthermore, fibers covered with vascular endothelial cells were united during the perfusion culture, to form vascular network-like conduits between fibers.
This study describes an electrochemical approach for fabrication of capillary-like structures, precisely aligned within micrometer distances, whose internal surfaces are covered with vascular endothelial cells.
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We found that a subset of transplanted EP-derived vessels were covered with vascular SMCs (SM-MHC +, which iSM-MHC +tent whichmature vessels, is the peri-infarconsistent of myocardium (Supplementary information, Figure S7E).
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While an antler is growing, it is covered with highly vascular skin called velvet, which supplies oxygen and nutrients to the growing bone.
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We assembled small tissue (about 200 μm in diameter -enclosing hydiameter -enclosings and a single hydrogel fiber, both covered with humicrocapsulesendotheliandcells in a collagen gel.
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The most common type of hemangioma was the cavernous type, which consisted of vascular lacunas, covered with endothelium, containing erythrocytes, and organized thrombi in the lumen).
The NP is coated with ligands, and the vascular surface is covered with receptors (receptor effect was included in the potential but not explicitly modeled).
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The pathological examination and the electron microscopy showed that the inner wall of the artificial vessel wall was covered with layer of endothelial cells and vascular smooth cells without any thrombosis.
Given their anatomical complexity and the fact that they are covered with mucosal epithelium, which has many vascular and lymphatic channels, PEMs in the nasal cavity have a higher risk of incomplete tumor resection.
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Vessels in A-07-GFP tumors showed vascular basement membrane and were covered with pericytes.
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In addition, the percentage of capillaries (CD31) covered with pericytes (α-SMA) was calculated to assess vascular maturation.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing biological or medical contexts, specify the type of vascular component involved, such as "covered with vascular endothelium" for greater precision.
Common error
Avoid using "covered with vascular" without specifying what aspect of the vascular system is involved. Be explicit about whether you mean blood vessels, endothelial cells, or vascular tissue.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "covered with vascular" functions as an adjectival phrase, attempting to describe a surface or object that has a vascular covering or association. However, Ludwig AI indicates this phrase is not considered standard English.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "covered with vascular" aims to describe something with a vascular covering, but Ludwig AI indicates it is not considered standard English. It's more precise to specify what's covering the object, such as "covered with vascular tissue" or "lined with vascular endothelium". This phrase is more common in scientific contexts. Consider more idiomatic and grammatically correct alternatives for clear and effective communication.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
covered with vascular tissue
More specific and grammatically sound than the original phrase.
vascularly covered
Reorders the words to emphasize the vascular aspect.
covered by vasculature
Uses a more formal term for vascular networks.
overlaid with vascular structures
Highlights the presence of vascular structures on top of something.
vascularly enveloped
Emphasizes the concept of being surrounded by vascular tissue.
coated with vascular elements
Implies a thinner layer or coating of vascular components.
perfused with vascular networks
Describes the presence of vascular networks.
lined with vascular endothelium
Describes the presence of endothelium.
vascularized
A single word to describe something rich in vascular supply.
rich in vascular supply
Highlights the abundance of vascular elements.
FAQs
How can I describe something that has a lot of blood vessels?
Instead of "covered with vascular", consider using terms like "vascularized", "rich in vascular supply", or "highly vascular" for a more concise and accurate description.
Is it grammatically correct to say "covered with vascular"?
While understandable, "covered with vascular" is not the most precise phrasing. It's better to specify what is doing the covering, such as "covered with "vascular tissue"" or "vascular endothelium".
What's the difference between "covered with vascular" and "vascularly covered"?
"Covered with vascular" is less direct and can sound awkward. "Vascularly covered" directly implies that the covering is related to or made of vascular elements, although it's still less common than other alternatives.
What are some alternatives to "covered with vascular" in scientific writing?
In scientific contexts, use more precise terms like "covered with "vascular smooth muscle cells"", "lined with vascular endothelium", or "surrounded by vascular networks" to provide more clarity.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
78%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested