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domain of academic
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "domain of academic" is not correct in English.
Did you mean "domain of academia"? You can use "domain of academia" when referring to the field or area of study within educational institutions or scholarly pursuits. Example: "The research conducted in the domain of academia has significant implications for future studies."
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Alternative expressions(4)
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6 human-written examples
As part of his campaign to open up the often closed domain of academic research, Swartz had used an alias to access the electronic network of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he downloaded much of a database with academic journals.
News & Media
At $3 million a pop, supercomputers thus far have been the domain of academic and government research institutes.
News & Media
In this section, we describe each of the four components and how they relate to moral functioning in the domain of academic integrity.
The upcoming shift in focus toward large-scale screening of small-molecule collections will provide both opportunities and challenges for graduate students and postdocs wishing to explore this new domain of academic research.
Science & Research
For a long time robotics was more the domain of academic research, defense spending, and big corporations, but the surge in new technologies, from sensors to AI to GPUs has made the field more accessible to entrepreneurs and early stage investors.
News & Media
There is, in truth, very little incentive for funding agencies to engage in peer-reviewed publishing, which is mainly the domain of academic researchers.
Science
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At that time, the Internet was still largely the domain of academics and engineers.
News & Media
For the longest time, artificial intelligence has remained in the domain of academics, considered untouchable by investor types.
News & Media
Does childhood personality foreshadow later adaptation in the key developmental task domains of academic achievement, work, rule-abiding conduct, friendships, and romantic relationships?
For adolescents over 15, the score in the sub-domain of academic achievement was lower than that of those under 15, with an effect size = 0.47.
Science
Participants described clinical work, teaching, research, administration, and policy work as the core domains of academic medicine.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
For clarity and grammatical correctness, consider using "domain of academia" or "academic field" instead of "domain of academic".
Common error
Avoid using "of" when referring to an adjective directly modifying a noun. Instead of "domain of academic", use "domain of academia" or "academic domain" for better flow and correctness.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "domain of academic" attempts to define an area related to scholarly activities. However, it is grammatically awkward. As pointed out by Ludwig AI, "domain of academia" is a better alternative, using the noun form. The examples Ludwig provides still illustrate the intended context, despite the grammatical issue.
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News & Media
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Formal & Business
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "domain of academic" appears in various contexts, it is grammatically questionable. As Ludwig suggests, it's better to use "domain of academia" or "academic domain" for improved clarity and correctness. The phrase seeks to define an area related to scholarly activities but falls short due to its awkward construction. Predominantly found in scientific and news media, consider using suggested alternatives for more precise communication.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
Domain of academia
Uses a more grammatically sound term while retaining the original meaning.
Academic field
Focuses on the subject area within the academic world.
Area of academic study
Specifies the particular subject or discipline being studied.
Area of scholarly work
Highlights the scholarly nature of the work conducted.
Realm of academic research
Emphasizes the research activities conducted within academia.
Scope of academic inquiry
Highlights the boundaries and extent of academic investigation.
Sphere of academic interest
Emphasizes personal or general interest in an academic area.
Field of academic endeavor
Refers to the broad area of academic pursuits and activities.
The province of academic thought
Suggests that something is specifically related to thought within academia.
Academic discipline
Denotes a specific branch of knowledge taught and researched in academia.
FAQs
What is a more grammatically sound alternative to "domain of academic"?
A better alternative is "domain of academia", which uses the noun form "academia" instead of the adjective "academic".
How can I use the phrase "academic field" instead of "domain of academic"?
You can often replace "domain of academic" with "academic field" to refer to a specific area of study or research within academia. For example, "the academic field of medicine".
What is the difference between "domain of academic" and "academic domain"?
"Academic domain" is grammatically correct and refers to a specific area or field within academia. The phrase "domain of academic" is not standard English; using "academic domain" is preferred.
When is it appropriate to use "domain of academia" instead of "domain of academic"?
Use "domain of academia" when you want to emphasize that something falls within the scope or realm of academic activities, research, or study. The alternative is grammatically preferable.
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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
83%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested