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is in form of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "is in form of" is not correct in standard written English.
The correct expression is "is in the form of." Example: "The data is in the form of a pie chart, which makes it easier to visualize the distribution of values."
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Science
News & Media
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
16 human-written examples
Story is in form of a log.
News & Media
Studies show that about two third of Nigerian crude oil production is in form of water in oil emulsion.
An analysis and design of an optical biosensor is presented considering a one-dimensional photonic crystal, which is in form of periodic dielectric media.
Main advantage of this process compared to classical stripping with alkali solution is that the product is in form of free acid, not its salt and the consumption of chemicals is reduced.
Using this geometrial criterion and taking into account the properties, we can obtain the algebraic criterion for solving this problem, which is in form of inequalities, depending on finite number of tops.
Science
Even for catalysts with same surface concentration of Cu the selectivity for CO2 formation is found close to 100% up to higher temperatures when the support is in form of nanocubes (exposing the less stable (0 0 1) lattice planes).
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
43 human-written examples
The resulting basic O H⋯O motives are in form of dimers, undulated layers or chains.
It will be a means-tested award, and some of it will be in the form of loans, and some of it will be in form of work on campus.
News & Media
Program guide can be in form of 1-day duration.
The metal nanoparticless synthesized in APCA/alginate mixtures were in form of a colloidal solution.
Lead magnets can be in form of PDFs, videos or checklists.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use the correct and widely accepted phrase "is in the form of" instead of "is in form of" to ensure grammatical accuracy and clarity.
Common error
Avoid omitting the word "the" between "in" and "form". The correct structure is "is in the form of".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "is in form of" attempts to describe the structure, appearance, or arrangement of something. Although Ludwig AI flags it as incorrect, similar examples using "is in the form of" demonstrate its intended use. The correct usage serves as a descriptive element within a sentence.
Frequent in
Science
45%
News & Media
35%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Academia
5%
Wiki
5%
Encyclopedias
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "is in form of" is often used, it is considered grammatically incorrect. The correct expression is "is in the form of". Ludwig AI also identifies the phrase as non-standard. Usage contexts span across scientific, news, and general informational domains. To ensure accuracy and clarity, always include the article "the".
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
is in the shape of
This alternative emphasizes the physical appearance or structure.
is structured as
This emphasizes the arrangement or organization of something.
is presented as
This highlights how something is shown or displayed.
is constituted of
This suggests the components or elements that make up something.
is composed of
Similar to "is constituted of", this focuses on the elements comprising something.
takes the form of
This alternative suggests a transformation or manifestation into a specific structure.
manifests as
This indicates how something becomes apparent or visible.
is expressed as
This focuses on how something is communicated or represented.
is modeled as
This highlights how something is represented in a model or simulation.
is arranged as
This emphasizes the way elements are organized or positioned.
FAQs
What's the correct way to say something appears?
Use "is in the form of" to correctly express how something appears. For example, "The data is in the form of a graph". Alternatives include "is presented as" or "is structured as".
Which is correct: "is in form of" or "is in the form of"?
The correct phrase is "is in the form of". The phrase "is in form of" is grammatically incorrect. Always include "the" for proper grammar. You can replace the whole phrase with "takes the form of".
How can I rephrase "is in the form of" to sound more professional?
For a more professional tone, consider using phrases like "is constituted of" or "is composed of". These alternatives emphasize the composition or structure in a formal manner.
What does "is in the form of" mean?
The phrase "is in the form of" describes the shape, structure, or arrangement of something. For example, "The agreement is in the form of a contract." A similar phrase is "manifests as".
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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
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested