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effort wise
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
'effort wise' is not a correct phrase in standard written English.
There are other phrases and words that can be used to express the same idea, such as 'in terms of effort', 'regarding effort', or 'as far as effort'. For example, "The team worked hard effort wise to complete the project on time." could be rewritten as "The team worked hard in terms of effort to complete the project on time."
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Alternative expressions(17)
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Exact Expressions
4 human-written examples
Encouraged by the television drama producer Kenith Trodd, he started writing for TV but his first effort, Wise Child, was considered too controversial for television.
News & Media
Response time effort (Wise and Kong 2005) and disability status (Abedi et al. 2007; Bulut et al. 2016) are other important factors highlighted in the literature.
Oldham manager Lee Johnson told BBC Radio Manchester: "We've come to a tough place in tough conditions and I think we've won the day - tactically, technically and effort wise.
News & Media
Whereas, in high-stakes tests, aberrant response behavior on end-of-test items is often attributed to test speededness (Bolt et al. 2002), in low-stakes tests, it is assumed that aberrant response behavior is related to a decline in test-taking effort (Wise and Kong 2005).
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56 human-written examples
When considering the fact that disasters can overwhelm governmental response efforts (Wise and Nader [13]; Edwards [14]), a more explicit understanding of what corporations do in the context of disasters may continue to grow in importance (Johnson et al. [6]).
"Effort-wise, leadership-wise, yeah, it very well may be.
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"What do you expect from me effort-wise?" he fired back.
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"Effort-wise we never gave in, but they were far too good for us," Chester said.
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The edges between them are blurred, but one thing is clear: the energy frontier means the Large Hadron Collider, and it is important that we maintain a balance (both funding and effort-wise) between the LHC and other experiments which are no less important and brilliant.
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But effort-wise, we were right up there and you couldn't question the desire.
News & Media
"I think effort-wise and the application from the players, we've only been with them for a week and they're trying to take on new ideas.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using "effort wise" in formal writing. Opt for grammatically correct alternatives such as "in terms of effort" or "regarding effort" to maintain clarity and professionalism.
Common error
Don't assume '-wise' can be appended to any noun to create an adverbial phrase. While common with words like 'clockwise' or 'otherwise', it's not universally applicable. Always check for standard usage or choose a more conventional phrasing.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "effort wise" functions as an adverbial modifier, attempting to specify the aspect of effort being considered. However, Ludwig AI identifies this phrase as grammatically incorrect. The intended function is to indicate a particular viewpoint related to effort.
Frequent in
News & Media
33%
Science
33%
Wiki
33%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while "effort wise" attempts to specify a perspective related to effort, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect in standard written English. It's more appropriate to use alternatives like "in terms of effort" or "regarding effort" to maintain clarity and correctness. Although it may appear in informal contexts, avoiding "effort wise" in formal or academic writing is advisable. Ludwig's examples show limited usage across News & Media, Science, and Wiki sources, indicating its rarity and non-standard nature. Therefore, opting for grammatically sound alternatives will enhance the quality and professionalism of your writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
in terms of effort
Replaces the '-wise' suffix with a prepositional phrase, offering a more grammatically standard alternative.
regarding effort
Substitutes the suffix with a preposition, providing a direct and formal replacement.
as far as effort is concerned
A longer phrase that emphasizes the aspect of effort being considered.
with respect to effort
Offers a more formal and precise way of indicating the specific aspect being addressed.
considering the effort involved
Highlights the act of evaluating or taking into account the effort required.
from an effort perspective
Focuses on the viewpoint or angle from which the effort is being evaluated.
when it comes to effort
Introduces the topic of effort as the specific subject under discussion.
on the effort front
Uses a more informal term ('front') to refer to the area or aspect of effort.
in relation to effort
Highlights the connection or association with the concept of effort.
from an effort standpoint
Similar to 'perspective' but uses 'standpoint', indicating a position or viewpoint.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "effort wise"?
You can use alternatives like "in terms of effort", "regarding effort", or "with respect to effort" to express the same idea in a grammatically correct manner.
Is "effort wise" grammatically correct?
No, "effort wise" is not considered grammatically correct in standard written English. It's better to use alternative phrases like "in terms of effort" or "as far as effort is concerned".
When is it appropriate to use "effort wise"?
It is generally not appropriate to use "effort wise" in formal or academic writing. While it may appear in informal contexts, it's advisable to use more standard phrases for clarity and professionalism.
How can I use "in terms of effort" instead of "effort wise"?
Instead of saying "The project was challenging effort wise", you can say "The project was challenging in terms of effort". This phrasing is grammatically correct and widely accepted.
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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
82%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested