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indicated into
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "indicated into" is not correct and not usable in written English.
It is not a standard expression and does not convey a clear meaning in English. Example: "The results were indicated into the report" would be incorrect.
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
9 human-written examples
Each value represents the average of three independent experiments unless indicated into the legend.
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Epitope-expanded CD4+CD25+ T cells were purified as described above and injected intravenously (at different cell numbers, as indicated) into 4 8 wk old NOD.scid mice along with diabetogenic splenocytes isolated from acutely diabetic NOD mice.
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Forty four hours post-transfection, cells were lysed, as indicated, into mammalian cell lysis buffer (20 mM Tris-HCl pH 7.5, 150 mM NaCl, 0.5% NP-40, 1 mM EDTA, 1 mM EGTA, 1 mM DTT) with 5 mM sodium fluoride, 1 mM sodium orthovanadate, 1 mM phenylmethyl sulfonylflouride, 2 µg/ml aprotinin, 2 µg/ml leupeptin.
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Further research is indicated into the mechanisms of 'information overload' [ 10] and its attendant psychological sequelae.
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Sporozoites were liberated from salivary glands and injected intravenously at the numbers indicated into young Sprague/Dawley (SD) rats.
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To determine sporozoite infectivity in vivo, s6 and WT haemocoel sporozoites were injected intravenously at the numbers indicated into young Sprague/Dawley rats.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
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51 human-written examples
This value indicates into what service class the packets are classified and what priority they have.
The observed morphological changes after knockdown of Mbd3 in ES cells did not clearly indicate into which lineages they may have differentiated.
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The incorporation of C from [C]glycolate into glycine and serine indicated flux into the photorespiratory nitrogen cycle.
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b Sera of patients with high titers of anti-HBsAg antibodies were rapidly cryoimmobilized, crushed, thawed, immunoprecipitated with superparamagnetic molecular baits as indicated, released into electrophoresis, and immunoblotted.
If the subbranch was older in the Near East than Europe, it indicated a migration into Europe.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When aiming for clarity and precision, avoid using the phrase "indicated into". Instead, opt for grammatically correct alternatives such as "indicated in", "specified in", or "incorporated into", depending on the intended meaning. This ensures that your writing is both accurate and easily understood.
Common error
A common mistake is using "into" when "in" is grammatically correct and semantically appropriate. For example, saying "the results are indicated into the report" is incorrect. Instead, use "the results are indicated in the report" to show that the results are contained within the report.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "indicated into" attempts to function as a verb phrase followed by a preposition, aiming to show direction or location. However, as Ludwig AI points out, this construction is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English.
Frequent in
Science
66%
News & Media
16%
Wiki
5%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
3%
Formal & Business
0%
Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "indicated into" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English, as indicated by Ludwig AI. While it appears in some contexts, predominantly scientific literature, it is best to avoid this phrase in favor of grammatically correct alternatives such as "indicated in", "specified in", or "incorporated into". Using these alternatives will ensure clarity and accuracy in your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
indicated in
Replaces "into" with "in" to denote location or context, resulting in correct grammar.
specified in
Uses "specified" instead of "indicated" to emphasize precision and detail, maintains correct grammar with "in".
mentioned in
Uses "mentioned" as a more general alternative, suitable for when something is noted but not detailed, remains grammatically sound with "in".
detailed in
Emphasizes that something is thoroughly explained or described; uses "in" for correct grammar.
shown in
Focuses on visual or presented information, using "in" to align with standard English.
described in
Highlights that something has been explained, using the grammatically correct preposition "in".
pointed out in
Focuses on something being brought to attention, correcting the preposition to "in".
identified within
Highlights that something has been found and localized, changing "into" to "within".
referenced in
Emphasizes that something is cited or alluded to, with correct preposition "in".
incorporated into
Highlights the action of integrating something with correct preposition "into".
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "indicated" with a preposition?
The correct preposition to use with "indicated" is usually "in" or "by", depending on the context. For example, "indicated in the report" or "indicated by the results" are both correct usages. The phrase "indicated into" is generally not considered grammatically correct.
What can I say instead of "indicated into"?
Alternatives to "indicated into" include "indicated in", "specified in", or "incorporated into", depending on the context you want to convey.
Which is correct, "indicated in" or "indicated into"?
"Indicated in" is the correct phrase. "Indicated into" is not standard English and should be avoided in formal writing.
Is "indicated onto" a better alternative to "indicated into"?
No, "indicated onto" is also not a standard or grammatically correct phrase in English. The best alternatives remain "indicated in", "specified in", or similar phrases that use correct prepositional usage.
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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
80%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested