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every respectively
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "every respectively" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It is not typically used in any context, as "respectively" is meant to relate items in a list to their corresponding elements, and "every" does not fit well with this usage. Example: "The students received their grades, but the phrase 'every respectively' does not make sense in this context."
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Science
Alternative expressions(4)
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Usage summary
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
We computed all the closed biclusters in this binary matrix, i.e., biclusters with the property that every row (respectively, every column) not in the bicluster contains a zero in at least one column (respectively, one row) in the bicluster.
With different schedules – one single injection of 15 mg m−2 mitomycin on day 1 (Kretzschmar et al, 2000) or by combining infusional 5-FU with folinic acid with 10 mg m−2 MMC every 3, respectively every 6, weeks (Hofheinz et al, 2002; Tebbutt et al, 2002) – survival in gastric cancer patients ranging from 5.3 to 10.2 months has been reported.
Science
An opposite effect was noted in the annual response, i.e. 0.37, 0.33 and 0.25 % with progeny tests performed every four generations, every two generations and every generation, respectively (P < 0.001).
Science
In this case, decreasing the progeny-test frequency led to a lower cumulative selection response, i.e. 13.9, 17.4 and 20.2 % with progeny tests performed every four generations, every two generations and every generation, respectively (all differences significant at P < 0.001).
Science
At 12 weeks, the LDL-C was reduced by 35% and 38% in the every-other-day and every-day groups, respectively (P =.49).
Science
This means that every local automorphism, respectively, every local surjective isometry, ofC0(R)⊗B(H) is an automorphism, respectively, a surjective isometry.
Then a composite compensated voltage is formed based on the zero-sequence voltage and zero-sequence current to evaluate a revising factor for every feeder respectively.
Europe and Japan buy biochemicals worth $6.6 billion and $5 billion every year, respectively.
News & Media
Nominal stresses of 99, 90 and 63 MPa were applied to the end of every specimen, respectively.
In terms of volunteer's allowance, every volunteer in the western area, central area, and eastern area can receive 15,000RMB, 10,000RMB, and 5,000RMB every year, respectively.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "every respectively" in your writing. It's grammatically unconventional and can confuse readers. Instead, use clearer alternatives like "each respectively" or rephrase your sentence for better clarity.
Common error
The word "respectively" indicates a one-to-one correspondence between two or more lists or sets of items. A common mistake is pairing "respectively" with "every", which implies a collective rather than an individual association. Avoid saying "every respectively"; instead, try "each respectively" or restructure your sentence.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "every respectively" is generally considered grammatically incorrect. It attempts to link a universal quantifier ("every") with a term indicating correspondence in order ("respectively"), which creates a mismatch. As Ludwig AI indicates, the phrase doesn't convey a clear meaning.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "every respectively" is generally considered grammatically incorrect and is rarely used in standard English. As Ludwig AI highlights, the phrase lacks clarity and is unlikely to be found in well-edited texts. While it may appear in some scientific or technical contexts, it's advisable to avoid it in favor of clearer alternatives like "each respectively" or by restructuring the sentence to improve readability and precision. The goal is to ensure that the intended correspondence between items is communicated effectively and without ambiguity.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
each respectively
Replaces "every" with "each" to emphasize individual correspondence.
for each, in turn
Emphasizes the sequential application of something to each item.
individually for each
Highlights the separate and distinct nature of application.
to each its own
Shifts focus to individual preferences or allocations.
each and every
Strengthens the emphasis on complete individual inclusion but doesn't work well with "respectively".
severally
Implies individual action or responsibility, though less direct.
for all, individually
Highlights the separate consideration given to each item.
singly, in order
Emphasizes single application and sequential ordering.
by turns, for each
Indicates a rotational application to each item.
for every single one, separately
Highlights complete coverage and separated application.
FAQs
What does "respectively" mean?
The adverb "respectively" means "in the order given". It's used to link two or more related items to two or more other items when the order is important. For instance, "John and Mary are 16 and 18 years old, respectively" means John is 16 and Mary is 18.
Is "each respectively" a better alternative to "every respectively"?
Yes, "each respectively" is a better and more grammatically sound alternative to "every respectively". "Each" emphasizes the individual items in a series, which aligns with the function of "respectively" to assign items in order.
How can I rephrase a sentence that incorrectly uses "every respectively"?
To rephrase a sentence using "every respectively", try to use "each respectively" or restructuring the sentence. For example, instead of "Every dog and cat ate kibble respectively" you might say "Each dog and cat ate kibble".
What are some common mistakes when using the word "respectively"?
Common mistakes include using "respectively" when there is no clear order or correspondence between items, or when the sentence structure makes the correspondence ambiguous. Also, using "every respectively" is incorrect; it's better to use "each respectively" or rephrase for clarity.
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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
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested