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incidence with which
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "incidence with which" is not correct in standard written English.
It seems to be a misphrasing; "incidence" typically refers to the occurrence of an event, while "with which" is not the appropriate construction. Example: "The incidence with which accidents occur in this area is alarming." (This should be rephrased for clarity.)
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The great potential abundance of this species, combined with the high incidence with which its stings cause anaphylactic shock, suggests the appearance of this species in New York State and particularly in densely populated Manhattan should be taken seriously.
Science
Risk control can be achieved through reductions in the incidence with which adverse events occur (preventive interventions) or through reductions in the severity of the outcomes from the adverse events (therapeutic interventions).
We first examined the incidence with which 15mers (k = 15) from a given gene matched 15mers in other genes using the most recent Consensus Coding Sequences (CCDS) database [ 11] of 18,382 high-confidence genes (see Methods and data).
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(This non-parallelism is a consequence of the compound incidence angles with which a beam of finite NA intercepts a tilted coating).
Science
Many common cancers exhibit an increase in incidence with age, which can be described by a simple equation [7].
Science
This indicates an underestimation of the incidence with types which tend to cause mild illness when laboratory data include hospital samples.
Science
Since 2008, the Chinese Cancer Registry annual report has provided cancer incidence and mortality data with which to create strategies for cancer prevention and control.
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Financing incidence analysis is concerned with which socio-economic group bears the burden of health financing in terms of contributions through taxes, direct out-of-pocket payments and insurance.
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Prevalence is often confused with incidence, which is concerned only with the measure of new cases in a population over a given interval of time.
Encyclopedias
The rapidity with which the incidence of obesity has increased suggests that genetic change on a population level is an unlikely cause although there must be biological factors involved with the obesity epidemic.2 Furthermore, not all people are becoming fat.
Although these studies show progress in our understanding of DENV ecology, they are still limited by equating DF incidence with vector populations, which have been shown to be unrelated in some studies (Chadee et al. 2007; Wu et al. 2007).
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing the frequency of events, consider using more direct and common phrases such as "frequency at which" or "rate at which" for improved clarity and readability.
Common error
Avoid using "incidence with which" as it can sound unnatural. Instead, opt for a more straightforward construction like "the rate at which something occurs" to ensure your writing is clear and concise.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "incidence with which" functions as a prepositional phrase, attempting to specify the manner or frequency associated with an event's occurrence. However, Ludwig AI indicates this phrase is not correct in standard written English.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while "incidence with which" appears in some scientific literature, Ludwig AI suggests it is not considered correct in standard written English. Grammatically awkward, the phrase attempts to quantify an event's frequency. It's more appropriate in formal and scientific contexts, primarily within scientific domains. Alternative phrases, like "frequency at which" or "rate at which", offer clearer and more common ways to express the same idea. Therefore, using more direct alternatives is recommended for improved clarity and readability.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
frequency at which
Focuses on how often something occurs, rather than the rate of new cases.
rate at which
Emphasizes the speed or pace of occurrence.
degree to which
Indicates the extent or intensity of something happening.
extent to which
Similar to 'degree to which', highlighting the scope or range.
manner in which
Refers to the way something is done or occurs.
way in which
Similar to 'manner in which', emphasizing the method or process.
level at which
Highlights a specific point or standard of occurrence.
proportion in which
Implies a ratio or percentage of occurrence.
correlation between
Focuses on the relationship or connection between two things, often related to incidence.
association between
Similar to 'correlation between', but may imply a weaker link.
FAQs
What does "incidence" mean?
"Incidence" refers to the number of new cases of a condition or event occurring within a specific population over a defined period.
What are some alternatives to "incidence"?
Depending on the context, alternatives to "incidence" include "frequency", "rate", "occurrence", or "prevalence".
Is it better to use "frequency at which" or "incidence with which"?
"Frequency at which" is clearer and more common in standard English compared to "incidence with which", which is considered awkward.
How can I use "incidence" in a sentence?
You can say, "The incidence of the disease is increasing" or "A higher number of recent oral sex partners was also significantly associated with oral HPV "oral HPV incidence"".
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Real-world application tested