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due to impeding
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "due to impeding" is not correct in English.
The correct term is "impediment," which refers to something that obstructs or hinders progress. Example: "The project was delayed due to an impediment in the supply chain."
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3 human-written examples
Tripolyphosphate adsorption presents a challenge to distributing TPP throughout a subsurface soil profile due to impeding TPP transport.
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Both near threatened and data-deficient categories contain species which cannot be assigned to a threatened category but which can also not be considered of least concern due to lack of data or due to impeding future threat.
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This year he brought his massive HOLO production to the main stage of Ultra and while the full hologram setup was limited due to impeding weather, he still had the entire crowd hypnotized in a state of ravenous bliss, while he controlled their every move like some sort of mystical progressive-house messiah.
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This is caused by the reduction of change (growth) of factor β 2, due to impeded dislocation motion.
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Step bunching due to impeded step migration, in certain growth conditions, yields characteristic catalyst nail-head shapes.
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The latter was probably due to impeded diffusion of reactants to the SiNW base caused by the longer diffusion lengths (SiNW lengths were longer for χ = 0.95 and 0.98) and depletion of H2O2 in the etching solution.
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However, these treatments can result in non-homogenous and/or inefficient expression of therapeutic proteins in vivo due to impeded diffusion and dilution of the inducer further from the injection site.
This insulin-antagonistic effect is accentuated during more prolonged fasting and may constitute a favorable protein-saving mechanism due to impeded demand for gluconeogenesis from amino acids [4] [6].
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They proposed that substrate inhibition at high concentrations of p-nitrophenol was due to impeded catalysis when both binding sites were occupied.
Solvents with higher coordination strength/dipole, such as NMP (N-methylpyrrolidone) and DME (1,2-dimethoxyethane) completely destroyed the chiral induction due to impeded ligand exchange on the zinc metal core (entries 4 and 5).
Qi stagnation usually represented lesion distension or pain due to impeded qi circulation and mood disorders, such as depression or anxiety and depression was highly associated with liver qi stagnation [ 57].
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using "due to impeding". Use grammatically correct alternatives such as "due to the impediment", "because of hindered progress", or "as a result of obstruction" for clarity and precision in your writing.
Common error
Don't use "impeding" directly after "due to". "Impeding" is a verb form. Instead, use a noun such as "impediment" or rephrase the sentence to use a proper verb construction, like "due to the factor impeding progress".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "due to impeding" functions as an attempted causal connector, aiming to explain the reason for something. However, it's grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI indicates that this construction is not considered standard English.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "due to impeding" is grammatically incorrect and therefore not recommended for use in formal writing. As Ludwig AI points out, the correct term is "impediment", or alternative constructions should be used. Although examples exist across various sources, primarily in science and news, the phrase's incorrectness detracts from its authority. It attempts to function as a causal connector but fails due to improper grammar. For clear and effective communication, it's best to opt for grammatically sound alternatives such as "due to the impediment" or "because of hindered progress".
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
due to the hindrance
Replaces 'impeding' with 'hindrance', a noun form, to maintain the causal connection with a slight structural change.
because of hindered
Replaces 'impeding' with 'hindered' maintaining a similar level of formality but changes the grammatical structure slightly.
caused by obstruction
A more direct and simpler phrasing using "caused by" with "obstruction" to convey the same cause-and-effect relationship.
as a result of obstructing
Replaces "due to" with "as a result of" and "impeding" with "obstructing", both conveying causation but with different wording.
owing to obstructed
Uses "owing to" as a substitute for "due to" and changes "impeding" to "obstructed", keeping the overall meaning consistent.
because of the obstruction
Replaces the verb-based 'impeding' with the noun 'obstruction' to describe the causal relationship.
attributable to obstructing
Employs "attributable to" instead of "due to", indicating a cause-and-effect relationship with 'obstructing' as the action.
stemming from hindered
Substitutes "due to" with "stemming from", suggesting origin or cause, while also using 'hindered' instead of 'impeding'.
on account of hindered
Uses 'on account of' to replace 'due to' and 'hindered' instead of 'impeding', providing a less common alternative.
as a consequence of restricting
Replaces "due to" with "as a consequence of" and "impeding" with "restricting", highlighting the impact of the restricting action.
FAQs
How can I correctly use a phrase similar to "due to impeding"?
Instead of "due to impeding", use phrases like "due to the "impediment"", "because of hindered progress", or "as a result of obstruction". Ensure the structure is grammatically sound.
What is the difference between "due to impeding" and "due to impediment"?
"Due to impeding" is grammatically incorrect. "Impeding" is a verb form, while ""impediment"" is a noun. The correct phrase is "due to the impediment".
Is "due to impeding" ever considered acceptable in formal writing?
No, "due to impeding" is not considered acceptable in formal writing. It's essential to use grammatically correct alternatives for professional and academic contexts.
What are some synonyms for "due to impeding" that maintain a similar meaning?
While "due to impeding" is incorrect, synonyms for expressing a similar causal relationship include "because of hindered progress", "as a result of obstruction", or "owing to the hindrance".
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Usage summary
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Source & Trust
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Expert rating
Real-world application tested