later passage

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "later passage" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a section of text that appears later in a document or narrative. Example: "In the later passage, the author elaborates on the main theme of the story."

✓ Grammatically correct

Science

News & Media

Encyclopedias

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

36 human-written examples

In a later passage, Robinson refers to Tarplin's "fluttering guitar" and in 2007, the Milwaukee musician Paul Cebar performed a tribute song, "Marv's Fluttering Guitar".

Independent

Later, Passage will present the New Jersey premiere of "The History of Light," a romantic comedy by Eisa Davis comparing the pressures on biracial couples in the 1960s to those on such relationships today (Nov. 3 to 20).

The New York Times

The arms were held straight to the body in a later passage of raincoats, their neutral colors in contrast to the pink, yellow, blue, orange and mauve wigs, which created shiny curlicues like dribbles of glossy paint.

The New York Times

In a later passage of the recording, which was not played in court, Inspector McCormack seemed to suggest to others there that Officer Serrano was trying to put words in his mouth.

The New York Times

It is typical of this elegantly constructed book that Moran loops back to Turing in a later passage on the world-changing nerds of Silicon Valley – the difference being that Steve Wozniak made his name writing code, not deciphering it.

The Guardian - Books

In a later passage, set on a train, François contrasts the visible stress of a Muslim businessman, who is having a clearly harrowing phone conversation, with the high spirits of his two teen wives, who are solving puzzles from the newspaper.

The New Yorker

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

24 human-written examples

In case of a need for larger cell numbers, for example for transduction or animal experiments, an internal long-term cultivation control should be performed, which also includes the comparison of early passaged cells to later passaged cells.

Arthritis Research and Therapy

Christopher Carr, staging the ballet, has ensured (very visibly in the first entrance) that all the dancers bend forward and backward from the waist (sideways, too, in later passages).

The New York Times - Arts

Especially for a movie so long in the making, I could not help asking these questions as the later passages of "Strong Island" unfolded.

The New Yorker

In later passages, MSCs exhibited large, flattened, or fibroblast-like morphology (Fig. 1a, b).

Nanoscale Research Letters

b In later passages (P4-4th day), most of these MSCs exhibited large, flattened, or fibroblast-like morphology.

Nanoscale Research Letters

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When referencing a "later passage", be specific about what information or ideas it contains to guide the reader effectively. For instance, instead of just stating "as discussed in a later passage", specify "as elaborated in the later passage concerning experimental setup".

Common error

Avoid assuming "later passage" always refers to a chronological sequence; it might indicate a section that expands on a previously introduced concept but appears physically later in the document. So ensure your reference is conceptually clear.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "later passage" functions as a noun phrase, specifically referencing a subsequent segment within a larger text or narrative. Ludwig AI confirms that this phrase is grammatically correct and usable in written English. Examples show its use in various contexts, from scientific articles to news reports.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

Science

44%

News & Media

34%

Encyclopedias

6%

Less common in

Wiki

3%

Formal & Business

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "later passage" is a grammatically sound and versatile phrase used to reference a subsequent section of text. As confirmed by Ludwig AI, it is suitable for various writing styles, particularly in academic and journalistic contexts. While "later passage" isn't exceedingly common, with Ludwig showing a few relevant examples, it serves an important role in guiding readers through complex documents. When using "later passage", ensure it accurately reflects the chronological or conceptual relationship between different parts of your writing. Alternatives such as "following section" or "subsequent excerpt" can add variety to your prose.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

subsequent excerpt

Replaces "passage" with "excerpt", emphasizing a smaller portion of text.

following section

Substitutes "later" with "following", indicating a sequential order.

latter part

Uses "latter part" to convey the idea of a subsequent portion of something.

next segment

Replaces both words to indicate the upcoming portion.

ensuing section

Replaces "later" with "ensuing", adding a sense of something that follows closely.

subsequent section

A more formal substitute, replacing "later" with "subsequent".

following excerpt

A blend of "following section" and "subsequent excerpt".

next phase

Shifts the context to a more general process, using "phase" instead of "passage".

latter segment

Combines "latter part" with "segment" for a slightly different nuance.

next portion

Emphasizes that it is the next portion in a sequence.

FAQs

How can I use "later passage" in a sentence?

You can use "later passage" to refer to a section of text that appears later in a document. For example, "In a "later passage", the author elaborates on the main theme of the story."

What can I say instead of "later passage"?

You can use alternatives like "subsequent excerpt", "following section", or "latter part" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "later passage" or "later excerpt"?

Both ""later passage"" and "later excerpt" are correct, but ""later passage"" is more commonly used to refer to a general section, while "later excerpt" refers to a specific selection of text.

What's the difference between "later passage" and "onward passage"?

"Later passage" refers to a section of text that appears later in a document or narrative, while "onward passage" implies a continued journey or progress.