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left valid
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "left valid" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe something that remains valid or is still considered valid, but as it stands, it is unclear. Example: "The document was left valid after the review process, ensuring it could still be used."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
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10 human-written examples
Cycle Phase differences in RT were calculated using a 3×4 ANOVA (Greenhouse-Geisser) with factors cycle phase (EFP, LFP, LP) and experimental condition (left valid, right valid, left invalid, right invalid).
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As women started at different stages of the menstrual cycle in our experiments, we tested for the influence of repeated testing by calculating a 3×4 ANOVA with the factors EEG session (first, second, third) and experimental condition (left valid, right valid, left invalid, right invalid).
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Representative standard ERPs following left valid or right valid hemifield presentation from the luteal woman with the fastest and slowest RTs, respectively, is shown in Fig. 2A, B. The main difference was a larger P1 N1 complex in the woman with the fastest compared to the woman with a slowest RT.
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Significant correlations between RT and ERP amplitude were identified for left valid as well as right valid hemifield presentations.
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Alpha P1 N1 amplitude difference revealed significant correlations with RTs in left valid trials in early follicular and luteal women (Table 3, Fig. 2E, F).
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Surprisingly, in left valid hemifield trials average ERPs from luteal women with fast RTs revealed a smaller P1 than expected from ERP signature from a single woman.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
49 human-written examples
Players may split or borrow cards from previous melds to form new ones, providing that they leave valid melds.
Encyclopedias
Ability of the EMVC algorithm to filter inconsistent gene set annotations and leave valid annotations unchanged.
Science
Nonetheless, it is not trivial to precisely identify such sequences, including partial adapter sequences, while leaving valid sequence data intact (Li et al., 2013).
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Evaluation was based on the following metrics: Ability of the EMVC algorithm to filter inconsistent gene set annotations and leave valid annotations unchanged.
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This left 189 valid forms.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When describing something that was initially valid and continues to be so, use phrases like "remains valid" or "is still valid" for clarity.
Common error
Avoid stringing together adjectives without a clear connection. Instead of "left valid", specify what "left" the item in a valid state, such as "review left the document valid".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "left valid" functions as a descriptive phrase, though its usage is questionable. It attempts to describe a state where something remains valid after some action. However, as Ludwig AI points out, it's grammatically awkward.
Frequent in
Science
60%
News & Media
20%
Encyclopedias
10%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Wiki
0%
Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "left valid" appears in various contexts, it is considered grammatically incorrect by Ludwig AI. The phrase attempts to convey that something remains in a valid state, but clearer alternatives like "remains valid" or "is still valid" are recommended. Its usage spans scientific, news, and encyclopedia sources, but it's advisable to opt for more precise and grammatically sound alternatives in formal writing to avoid ambiguity. To ensure correctness, consider using "was left as valid" if emphasizing a past action that maintained validity.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
remains valid
This alternative directly emphasizes the continuation of validity.
still valid
Similar to 'remains valid', but with a slightly different emphasis on the current state of validity.
continues to be valid
A more formal and emphatic way of saying 'remains valid'.
remains legitimate
Substitutes 'valid' with 'legitimate', indicating that something continues to be lawful or justified.
remains effective
Replaces 'valid' with 'effective', suggesting that something continues to produce the desired result.
is still applicable
Emphasizes that something continues to be relevant or suitable.
was left as valid
Focuses on a past action that resulted in something retaining its validity.
is considered valid
Shifts the focus to a judgment or opinion about the validity of something.
is deemed valid
Similar to 'is considered valid', but suggests a more official or authoritative judgment.
is recognized as valid
Highlights that the validity is acknowledged or accepted by others.
FAQs
What does "left valid" mean in a sentence?
The phrase "left valid" is grammatically awkward. It is better to say "remains valid" or "is still valid" to indicate that something continues to be in a valid state. Ludwig AI considers the phrase grammatically incorrect.
What can I say instead of "left valid"?
Instead of "left valid", you can use alternatives like "remains valid", "is still valid", or "was left as valid" depending on the context.
How to use "remains valid" in a sentence?
You can use "remains valid" to indicate something that continues to be valid: "Even after the updates, the original license remains valid".
What's the difference between "left valid" and "remains valid"?
"Left valid" is grammatically incorrect. "Remains valid" is the correct way to express that something continues to be in a valid state or condition.
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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
81%
Authority and reliability
3.2/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested