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indicated upon
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "indicated upon" is not correct and is not commonly used in written English.
It is typically intended to convey that something is indicated or pointed out, but the preposition "upon" is not appropriate in this context. Example: "The results were indicated in the report."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
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Alternative expressions(20)
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Exact Expressions
10 human-written examples
The filing date indicated upon the cover page is the next day, 23 May 1999.
In addition, as previously indicated, upon termination of the agreement, we intend to pursue a stock repurchase program of up to $30 billion to deliver significant value to our stockholders".
News & Media
This indicated upon a general ability of the ZHER2 00477-KDEL fusion protein to functionally interfere with the export process of HER2.
That is, letting D ·,s k) denote the decryption of the input under the secret key sk, equality is indicated upon C o m(c 1,c 2,k com )=1 ⇔ D(c 1,s k)=D c 2,s k).
Inmates are also tested upon their request, if clinically indicated, upon a court order, or following an incident involving their exposure to blood or body fluids; they are not tested before release.
Science
This was also what subjects indicated upon debriefing and is in agreement with the findings of Riggs et al. (2006).
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
50 human-written examples
In addition, all of the teachers indicated that upon encountering student cheating, they first issued a "warning".
Science
Several studies have indicated that, upon molecular adsorption, surfaces do not always behave as static templates, but may rearrange dramatically to accommodate different molecular species.
Science
The experimental results indicated that upon heating then cooling rapidly, the reinforced concrete (RC) beams exhibited extensive map cracking without spalling.
The curvature measurements showed low residual stress values (ranging from − 60 to 80 MPa) and indicated relaxation upon post-deposition heat treatment at 650 °C.
In all cases, bone cancer pain was indicated based upon clinical diagnosis.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Prefer using "indicated by" or "indicated in" as clearer and more grammatically standard alternatives to "indicated upon".
Common error
Avoid using "upon" when simpler prepositions like "on", "in", or "by" suffice. Overuse can make your writing sound stilted and unnatural.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "indicated upon" functions as a passive construction, where something is shown or pointed out in relation to something else. However, as Ludwig AI indicates, this phrase is not a standard usage in English and is less common than alternatives like "indicated by" or "indicated in".
Frequent in
Science
75%
News & Media
15%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Academia
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Wiki
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "indicated upon" appears in some contexts, primarily scientific and formal, it's generally considered non-standard English. Ludwig AI analysis shows that it's better to use alternatives like "indicated by" or "indicated in" for clarity and grammatical correctness. Its limited frequency and questionable status suggest avoiding it in favor of more accepted phrases. Always prioritize clear and standard language to ensure effective communication.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
indicated by
Replaces "upon" with "by", focusing on the indicator rather than the condition.
indicated in
Replaces "upon" with "in", specifying the location where something is indicated.
suggested by
Substitutes "indicated" with "suggested", softening the assertion.
pointed out by
Replaces "indicated" with a phrasal verb, emphasizing the act of pointing something out.
determined by
Emphasizes that something is decided or established based on a specific factor.
dependent on
Focuses on the reliance of one thing on another, shifting from indication to dependence.
contingent on
Highlights the conditional aspect, where something is subject to another event.
based on
Indicates a foundation or reason, changing from indication to grounding.
revealed through
Shifts the focus to the method of discovery or indication.
shown through
Similar to "revealed through" but emphasizes a visual demonstration.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "indicated upon"?
You can use alternatives like "indicated by", "indicated in", or "based on" depending on the context.
Is "indicated upon" grammatically correct?
While it appears in some texts, the phrase "indicated upon" is not considered standard English. Using "indicated by" or "indicated in" is generally preferred.
How can I use "indicated by" in a sentence?
For example, "The success of the project was indicated by the positive feedback from users".
What's the difference between "indicated upon" and "indicated in"?
"Indicated in" is used to show that something is shown or pointed out inside of something. While "indicated upon" is non-standard and should be avoided.
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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
83%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested