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it has finite
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "it has finite" is not correct as it is incomplete and lacks context.
You can use it when discussing a subject that has a limited or bounded nature, but it needs to be part of a complete sentence. Example: "The dataset is large, but it has finite elements that can be analyzed."
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The proposed FIR filter is required in advance to make use of only inputs and outputs on the recent finite time so that its impulse response has a finite duration, or it has finite memory with respect to past data.
Science
On the other hand, since T2 - λ is invertible, clearly it has finite ascent and descent.
On the other hand, since T 2 − μ I is invertible, it has finite ascent and descent.
then is twice continuously differentiable inside the infinite interval and at point zero, it has finite limit.
The category of (set-presented) formal topologies has good properties from a topological point of view: it has (finite) limits and (finite) colimits.
Science
Since R is a finite-dimensional ({mathbb {F}}_2 -algebra, M is an artinian right R-module and hence it has finite Goldie dimension.
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What was not accepted was Aristotle's argument on logical grounds that the world was eternal, extending infinitely into the past and the future even though it had finite spatial extent.
Encyclopedias
Clearly a purely infinite module can satisfy neither of the two chain conditions, nor can it have finite uniform dimension.
In lines 8 11 of Lu (2009) [18, p. 2977] we wrote: "For integer m⩾3, if M is Cm-smooth and Cm−1-smooth L R×TM→R satisfies the assumptions (L1)–(L3), then the functional Lτ is C2-smooth, bounded below, satisfies the Palais Smale condition, and all critical points of it have finite Morse indexes and nullities (see [1, Prop. 4.1, 4.2] and [4])".
Since has finite dimension,.
This implies that I has finite codimension.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always complete the phrase "it has finite" with a noun that specifies what is limited. For example, "it has finite resources" or "it has finite memory".
Common error
Avoid using "it has finite" without specifying what is finite. This leaves the sentence grammatically incomplete and unclear.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "it has finite" functions as a qualifier or descriptor, typically preceding a noun to indicate a limitation or boundary. It's grammatically incomplete on its own, as shown by Ludwig AI, and requires further specification to be meaningful.
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15%
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9%
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "it has finite" is frequently found in scientific and technical contexts to denote a limitation or boundary. As noted by Ludwig AI, it is grammatically incomplete and needs to be followed by a noun to specify what exactly is finite, as in "it has finite resources" or "it has finite memory". While common, it's crucial to use the phrase correctly to maintain clarity. Consider alternatives like "it is limited" or "it has a limit" for varied expression. Proper usage ensures your writing remains precise and avoids ambiguity.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
it has a finite number
Emphasizes the countability and limited quantity of something.
it has a limited extent
Focuses on the restricted scope or range of something.
it has a defined boundary
Highlights the clear demarcation and end point of something.
it has a fixed limit
Stresses the unchangeable and absolute restriction of something.
it has a set duration
Refers specifically to the limited time span of something.
it has a known endpoint
Indicates that the final stage or conclusion is determined.
it is bounded
This alternative focuses on the condition of being restricted or confined, often used in mathematical or abstract contexts.
it is circumscribed
Highlights the act of defining or limiting something precisely.
it reaches completion
Emphasizes the attainment of a final, finished state.
its reach is capped
Implies that the scope or influence of something is deliberately restricted.
FAQs
How to use "it has finite" in a sentence?
Complete the phrase with a noun specifying what is limited, such as "it has finite resources" or "it has finite memory". The meaning will vary based on the noun used.
What can I say instead of "it has finite"?
Depending on the context, you could use phrases like "it is limited", "it has a limit", or "it is bounded".
Which is correct, "it has finite" or "it has a finite"?
"It has a finite" is generally more correct, as it includes the indefinite article "a" before "finite" when referring to a countable noun (e.g., "it has a finite number of elements").
What's the difference between "it has finite limits" and "it has a finite limit"?
"It has finite limits" implies multiple restrictions or boundaries, while "it has a finite limit" suggests a single, defined endpoint or boundary. Choose the phrase that accurately reflects the number of limits being discussed.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
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77%
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3.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested