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enforced starting
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "enforced starting" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe the initiation of enforcement actions or policies, but the phrasing is awkward and unclear. Example: "The new regulations will be enforced starting next month."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
News & Media
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Wiki
Alternative expressions(1)
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6 human-written examples
A spokesman for the school, Timothy M. Parsons, said the restrictions were enforced starting in February.
News & Media
The sanctions have severely disrupted the country's banking system, contributed to rising inflation and threatened further upheavals when a European embargo of Iranian oil is enforced starting July 1.
News & Media
The rule requiring employers with at least 50 full-time workers to provide them with coverage or pay a penalty (also known as the employer mandate) will now be enforced starting in 2015, not 2014 as originally planned.
News & Media
Under the new rules, to be enforced starting in April, YouTube will prohibit videos that link to sites selling firearms or gun accessories.
News & Media
The current law about the national flag was passed by 14th Meeting of the Standing Committee of the Seventh National People's Congress on June 28 , 1990and was enforced starting October 1 , 1990
Wiki
Special laws against prostitution enforced starting in October 2004 [ 18] resulted in a small decrease in the number of HIV tests for STI RG at PHCs since 2005, but there was no difference in prevalence by year.
Science
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54 human-written examples
I just wonder, given another sensational appearance off the bench on Tuesday night, if Ian McGeechan might not have had a similar role in mind with Nathan Hines, robust in the role of enforcer, starting.
News & Media
Further enforced displacement starts necking, and sudden drop in F-H graph is noticed.
According to the World Bank, Nigeria ranks poorly when compared to OECD countries in parameters that include dealing with construction permits, enforcing contracts, starting a business, registering property, and trading across borders [ 36].
Gellman's coverage certainly re-enforces it, starting with the shadowy way Cheney became Bush's VP.
News & Media
Since Thanksgiving weekend can be among the deadliest weekends on roadways, officials planned to educate motorists and enforce safety laws — starting with reminding everyone to buckle up.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
For clarity and grammatical correctness, use phrases like "enforcement begins", "implementation starts", or "effective starting [date]" instead of "enforced starting".
Common error
Avoid using the phrase "enforced starting" as it sounds unnatural and can confuse readers. Instead, specify a clear start date with prepositions like "from" or use action verbs like "begins" or "commences" for better readability.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "enforced starting" attempts to indicate the commencement of enforcement. Ludwig AI identifies this phrasing as incorrect and unclear, suggesting alternatives for better clarity. The phrase combines a past participle acting as an adjective with a present participle, creating grammatical awkwardness.
Frequent in
News & Media
50%
Science
33%
Wiki
17%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Academia
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "enforced starting" is used to indicate the beginning of enforcement, but Ludwig AI flags it as grammatically incorrect and unclear. While examples exist in news, science, and wiki sources, its usage is not recommended due to the availability of more precise and grammatically sound alternatives. For improved clarity, consider using phrases like "enforcement begins", "implementation starts", or specifying the start date directly with "effective starting [date]".
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
Enforced as of
Highlights a specific date from which the enforcement is active and ongoing.
Enforcement commences
A more formal way of indicating the start of enforcement, suitable for legal or official contexts.
Implementation begins
Highlights the initiation of a process or plan, shifting the emphasis from enforcement to the act of putting something into practice.
Enforcement initiates
Emphasizes the start of the enforcement process, denoting the formal beginning of the action.
To be enforced from
Specifies the future date from which enforcement will take place, often used in official announcements.
Taking effect starting
Focuses on the moment when a new law or policy starts to influence or change things.
Effective starting
Focuses on when a rule or policy begins to have an impact, highlighting its operational start date.
Enforcement will be in effect from
Clearly states when the enforcement period will begin, emphasizing its active state from that point forward.
Rules go into effect starting
Indicates the specific date when regulations become operational and binding.
Enforced from the beginning
Emphasizes that the enforcement was immediate and continuous from the outset, rather than commencing at a later point.
FAQs
What's a grammatically correct alternative to "enforced starting"?
Instead of "enforced starting", consider using phrases like "enforcement begins", "implementation starts", or "effective starting [date]" to clearly indicate when a rule or policy takes effect.
How can I specify when a rule will be enforced in the future?
To specify a future enforcement date, use phrases such as "to be enforced "from" [date]" or "enforcement will be in effect from [date]".
Is "enforced starting" considered proper English?
The phrase "enforced starting" is not considered proper English. Ludwig AI indicates that it is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning. It's better to use clearer alternatives like "enforcement begins" or "implementation starts".
What's a formal way to say when enforcement will begin?
For a more formal tone, use phrases such as "enforcement commences [date]" or "enforced as of [date]".
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
84%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested