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elicit transcript
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "elicit transcript" is not correct in standard written English.
It seems to be a misunderstanding of the terms "elicit" and "transcript," which do not typically combine in this way. An example of a correct usage might be: "The researcher aimed to elicit responses from participants to create a comprehensive transcript of the interviews."
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Once a transcript has been identified as defective, the appropriate degradation machinery must be activated or recruited to elicit transcript decay.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
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To obtain experimental evidence for imprinting, we screened an anonymised EBV B cell bank (a) to find individuals heterozygous for exonic SNPs at both loci; and (b) to determine mono-allelic expression in elicit transcripts obtained from RNA from these EBV cell lines.
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The massive induction of various transcripts related to active defense against various plant diseases (Avr9/Cf-9 elicitranscriptsiPR-proteinsteins, chitinases, endochitinases, disease resistance genes, HR-associated proteins, SAR-related proteins) suggested that the plants should be primed for enhanced resistance against various pathogens [ 43].
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Sense and antisense transcripts might also form a dsRNA duplex to elicit transcriptional and/or post-transcriptional gene silencing [5], [13].
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Ethephon elicited greater transcript activity from genes implicated in defence against fungal and insect attack and oxidative stress (Table 2).
Viral integration in HCC often elicits transcriptional impact on cancer marker genes, suggesting the importance of expressed fusion transcripts (Jiang et al., 2012).
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However, as the plant TS RT-PCR primers used never recognized pure cultures of Paraconiothyrium SSM001 TS, the simplest explanation is that endophytic fungi elicit plant TS transcription or transcript accumulation.
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Despite significant progress in recent years, primarily using Arabidopsis thaliana as a model system, the molecular mechanisms by which nitrate elicits changes in transcript abundance are still not fully understood.
Consistent with reduced TLR2 and PI3K/Akt, real-time PCR analysis showed that although IL-8, IL-6 and IL-1β were induced by both bacterial strains, Schu S4 elicited significantly less transcript than F. novicida (Figure 5C).
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While attack from both M. sexta larvae and PST DC3000 is known to elicit Na defensin transcripts and protein in N. attenuata, the relative responses to M. sexta larvae and PST DC3000 challenges were not known.
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Transcript profiles elicited by phloem-feeding insects are markedly different from those induced by herbivorous insects from other feeding guilds and are generally associated with the activation of SA-responsive genes and weak expression of JA-responsive genes (De Vos et al. 2005; Gao et al. 2007; Kempema et al. 2007, Thompson and Goggin 2006).
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When referring to transcripts, focus on actions like "obtaining", "generating", or "analyzing" the transcript. Avoid using "elicit" directly with "transcript" as it's not standard usage.
Common error
The word "elicit" means to draw out or evoke a response or information. It's typically used with things like "responses", "emotions", or "information", not with documents like "transcripts". Avoid using "elicit" when you mean to "obtain" or "generate" a "transcript".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "elicit transcript" attempts to combine the verb elicit, meaning to draw out or evoke, with the noun transcript, a written record. However, according to Ludwig AI, this combination is not standard English usage, as "elicit" typically applies to responses, information, or emotions, not physical documents.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "elicit transcript" is not considered standard English. According to Ludwig AI, "elicit" is better used with nouns representing responses, information, or emotions, rather than documents like "transcripts". Although the search results provide examples where these words appear together, they don't demonstrate correct usage of the phrase. To express the idea of obtaining or creating a transcript, it is more appropriate to use verbs like "obtain", "generate", or "request". Therefore, while the components are valid words, their combination in this particular order is grammatically questionable and may lead to confusion.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
obtain a transcript
Focuses on the action of acquiring an existing transcript.
generate a transcript
Emphasizes the creation of a new transcript.
produce a transcript
Similar to generate, but may imply a more formal or official creation.
request a transcript
Highlights the act of asking for a transcript, often from an institution.
acquire a transcript
Implies gaining possession of a transcript through some process.
extract information from a transcript
Shifts the focus to retrieving specific data from the transcript.
analyze a transcript
Focuses on the examination and interpretation of the transcript's content.
review a transcript
Suggests a careful examination of the transcript for accuracy or completeness.
summarize a transcript
Highlights the creation of a condensed version of the transcript.
transcribe an audio recording
Focuses on the process of creating a transcript from an audio source.
FAQs
What does "elicit" mean, and how is it typically used?
"Elicit" means to draw out or evoke a response, answer, or fact from someone. It's commonly used with things like "emotions", "responses", or "information". For example, "The comedian's jokes "elicit laughter"".
Is it correct to say "elicit a transcript"?
No, it is not standard English. "Elicit" is usually paired with responses or information, not documents. It's better to use verbs like "obtain", "request", or "generate" when referring to transcripts. For example, "obtain a transcript" is more appropriate.
What are some alternative ways to talk about getting a transcript?
Instead of "elicit a transcript", you can say "obtain a transcript", "request a transcript", "generate a transcript", or "produce a transcript", depending on the context.
How can I use "elicit" correctly in a sentence?
Use "elicit" to describe drawing out a response or information. For example, "The interviewer tried to "elicit honest answers" from the candidate" or "The survey aimed to "elicit feedback" from customers".
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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
84%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested