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it's inferred
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2 human-written examples
From the archeological record, it's inferred that Neanderthals evolved in Europe or western Asia and spread out from there, stopping when they reached water or some other significant obstacle.
News & Media
It bases these on your personal tastes and preferences it's inferred from your use of the Google Maps app, including what sort of businesses you search and follow.The "For You" tab can also help you with travel planning, by making suggestions of places before you depart, Google notes.
News & Media
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It is inferred that Erica's career was thwarted by her unexpected pregnancy with Nina and that Erica's emotional life had not progressed beyond that experience.
News & Media
It was inferred that this drop meant there were less violence taking place.
News & Media
"We really did avoid talking about thinness, but it was inferred," Ms. Barnes said.
News & Media
But how may it be inferred?
Science
It is inferred the structure suffers severe damage.
Therefore, it is inferred that Ni shows dual affinity.
Eventually, it was inferred that toughness was strongly controlled by elongation alteration.
It is inferred from simulations that vegetated façades are efficient at mitigation of residual pollution.
From the analysis, the reasons of rotor inrush current and factors influencing it are inferred.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "it's inferred" when you want to indicate that a conclusion is reached based on evidence or reasoning, but without explicitly stating all the steps or assumptions involved.
Common error
Avoid using "it's inferred" when you actually mean "it's implied". "Infer" refers to drawing a conclusion, while "imply" refers to suggesting something indirectly. The speaker/writer implies, and the listener/reader infers.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "it's inferred" functions as a means of reporting a conclusion drawn from evidence or reasoning. Examples in Ludwig demonstrate its use in academic and news contexts, suggesting something is understood based on information presented.
Frequent in
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News & Media
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Formal & Business
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "it's inferred" is a phrase used to indicate that a conclusion has been drawn based on available evidence, often without explicitly detailing the reasoning. Ludwig identifies it as grammatically correct but relatively rare, with usage primarily in Science and News & Media contexts. When using this phrase, ensure clarity by providing context or evidence to support the inferred conclusion, and avoid confusing it with "implied". Although Ludwig AI marks "aiResponseStatus" with a warning, it's important to use the phrase when you need to specify that the reader makes the implicit connection, not the author, to better communicate an idea.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
it is deduced
Replaces "inferred" with "deduced", suggesting a more logical and certain conclusion.
it is concluded
Substitutes "inferred" with "concluded", implying a formal or definitive judgement.
it is understood
Replaces "inferred" with "understood", suggesting a general agreement or common knowledge.
it can be gathered
Emphasizes the act of collecting information to form a conclusion, rather than the conclusion itself.
it's implied
Shifts focus to the suggestion made indirectly, rather than the conclusion drawn.
it is reasoned
Highlights the process of logical thinking that leads to the conclusion.
one can assume
Indicates a belief taken for granted, possibly without concrete proof.
it is surmised
Suggests forming an opinion or judgment based on incomplete or uncertain evidence.
the implication is
Directly states that something is being implied without explicitly saying it.
the suggestion is
Highlights a subtle hint or indirect indication.
FAQs
How can I use "it's inferred" in a sentence?
Use "it's inferred" to express that a conclusion or understanding is derived from available information, without explicitly stating all the underlying steps. For instance, "From the data, "it's inferred" that the new policy had a positive impact."
What are some alternatives to "it's inferred"?
You can use alternatives like "it is deduced", "it is concluded", or "it is understood" depending on the context. These phrases all convey the idea of drawing a conclusion from information.
Is "it's inferred" formal or informal?
"It's inferred" is generally suitable for both formal and informal contexts. However, more formal alternatives like "it is deduced" might be preferred in academic or professional writing.
What's the difference between "it's inferred" and "it's implied"?
"It's inferred" means a conclusion is drawn by someone based on available information. "It's implied" means something is suggested indirectly. The speaker implies, and the listener infers. For example, "His silence implied disapproval, and "it's inferred" he won't support the proposal."
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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
89%
Authority and reliability
4.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested