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dissolved of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "dissolved of" is not correct and not usable in written English.
The correct expression would typically be "dissolved from" or "relieved of." Example: "He was relieved of his duties after the incident."
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Alternative expressions(3)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
6 human-written examples
They shared stories of how their marriages nearly dissolved, of severe depression, flashbacks, feelings of worthlessness and guilt, fear of sex, self-destructive behavior, alcoholism and suicidal impulses.
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The image dissolved, of course, when he directed the beam into a horizontal connection; out there somewhere, we realized was another high-steel man on an adjacent column..
News & Media
The image dissolved, of course, when he directed the beam into a horizontal connection; out there somewhere, we realized was another high-steel man on an adjacent column.
News & Media
There are a large number of processes that have been improved and used over the years to eliminate dissolved of cadmium and copper in industrial wastewater treatment using clotting, adsorption, ion exchange, extraction, etc. (Lewinsky 2006; Blocher et al. 2003; Izanloo and Nasseri 2005; Dhaba and Hussein 2014).
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(7) f 2 = 50 × log { [ 1 + (1 / n ) ∑ j = 1 n (R j − T j ) 2 ] − 0.5 × 100 } (8) f 1 = ∑ j = 1 n R j − T j × 100 ∑ j = 1 n R j where n is the sampling number, Rj and Tj are the percent dissolved of the reference and test products at each time point j (Moore and Flanner 1996).
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Comparison of both batches was carried out using similarity factor (f2) calculated from (4) f 2 = 50 × log { [ 1 + (1 n ) ∑ t = 1 n (R t − T t ) 2 ] − 0.5 × 100 }, where n is the number of dissolution time points and Rj and Tj are the percentages dissolved of the reference product and test product at each time point j, respectively.
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Similar Expressions
54 human-written examples
Jackson ended up in heavy daytime rotation on MTV and stayed there, initiating the slow dissolve of the line between R. & B. and pop, which is long gone.
News & Media
(e) The main source of sulfate is dissolving of gypsum.
Science
The 100 ppm stock solution of Pb2+ was prepared by dissolving of Pb NO3 2 in distilled water.
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The complex shape might originate from inhomogeneity dissolving of extra compounds generated in sacrifice layer etching process.
Absorbance was measured at 562 nm by ELISA reader after dissolving of stained cells in 10% acetic acid.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing a substance that has been dissolved, use the preposition "in" rather than "of". For example, use "dissolved in water" instead of "dissolved of water".
Common error
Avoid using "of" after "dissolved" when indicating the medium in which the substance is dissolved. The correct preposition is typically "in".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "dissolved of" functions as part of a prepositional phrase, but its usage is generally considered grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI points out the phrase is not appropriate in written English. The correct preposition to use with "dissolved" depends on the context.
Frequent in
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40%
News & Media
35%
Wiki
25%
Less common in
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Formal & Business
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "dissolved of" is generally grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in formal writing. As Ludwig AI notes, the correct preposition to use with "dissolved" depends on the context; "dissolved in" is typically used to indicate the medium in which a substance is dissolved, while "dissolved from" can indicate separation or removal. Although found in various contexts including scientific and news media, its incorrect usage makes it less effective. It's better to use alternative phrases like "dissolved in" or "dissolving of" to ensure clarity and grammatical correctness.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
dissolving of
Focuses on the active process of something being dissolved.
dissolved from
Suggests a separation or removal process from a larger entity.
dissolved in
Indicates the substance into which something is dissolved, focusing on the resulting solution.
concentration of dissolved
Highlights the quantity of a dissolved substance within a solution.
removal of dissolved
Emphasizes the act of taking away a substance that has been dissolved.
solution of
Emphasizes the resulting mixture when something is dissolved.
components of dissolved
Refers to the individual elements that make up a dissolved substance.
products of dissolving
Highlights the end result after the dissolving process.
solubility of
Indicates the ability of a substance to be dissolved.
materials from dissolved
Referring to the source where materials are dissolving and originating from.
FAQs
How can I correctly use "dissolved" in a sentence?
The preposition that follows "dissolved" depends on the context. Use "dissolved in" to indicate the substance something is dissolved in (e.g., "sugar dissolved in water"). Use "dissolved from" to indicate something was removed from something else (e.g., "impurities dissolved from the metal").
What's a grammatically correct alternative to "dissolved of"?
Alternatives include "dissolved in" (e.g., "the salt dissolved in the water"), "dissolving of" (e.g., "the dissolving of the sugar"), or describing the resulting solution.
Is it ever correct to use "dissolved of" in any context?
While some instances might exist, the phrase "dissolved of" is generally grammatically incorrect. It's better to use alternatives like "dissolved in" or rephrase the sentence for clarity.
What's the difference between saying "dissolved in" versus saying "dissolving of"?
"Dissolved in" describes the state of something after it has dissolved, while "dissolving of" refers to the process itself. For example, "The sugar is dissolved in water" versus "The dissolving of the sugar is a slow process."
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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
79%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested