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less susceptibility of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "less susceptibility of" is not correct in standard written English.
A more appropriate phrase would be "less susceptibility to." Example: "This material shows less susceptibility to damage from moisture compared to others."
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This Table manifests less susceptibility of women entrepreneurs to this problem if their father belongs to business occupation as compared to the any other occupation.
From the above relation, higher KD means less susceptibility of a particular metal to groundwater due to greater adsorption unto the soil.
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Of the 29 Candida isolates which were resistant to one or more antifungal agents, more than half of the isolates (58%) were non albicans which may reflect the intrinsic less susceptibility of some non albicans (C. glabrata and C. krusei) to some antifungal agents like fluconazole [ 14].
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Therefore, this study provides an excellent basis to develop promising antimicrobial agents that possess a broad range of antimicrobial activities with less susceptibility for development of drug resistance.
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Both ASCs and UC-MSCs have drawn the attention of researchers due to their convenient harvesting procedures, excellent proliferation and differentiation abilities, less susceptibility to contamination of tumor cells, and no ethical restrictions.
It seems reasonable that a higher frequency of weight-bearing physical training prior to training would result in less susceptibility to injury because of the favorable influences of physical activity on the body.
This comparison highlights the hydrodynamical advantages brought by the flexibility: a reduction of the drag over a large range of boat speeds, less susceptibility to cavitation and a smaller angle of attack tuning range.
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Such an arrangement appears to offer several significant advantages, including a low ignition threshold, high gain, and less susceptibility to the deleterious effects of hydrodynamic and laser-plasma instabilities.
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It is also observed that the studied structure has less susceptibility to progressive collapse in scenarios of element removal at higher elevations.
Specifically, older cats were less likely infected than younger ones (OR = 0.347), and cats from the metropolitan area of Milan showed less susceptibility to infections than cats from the micropolitan areas (OR = 2.100 and OR = 3.561) (Table 2).
Apart from insights in important molecular properties for CYP inhibition, the present results may also guide further design of curcumin analogues with less susceptibility to drug drug interactions.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When discussing resistance or vulnerability, follow "susceptibility" with the preposition "to", as in "less susceptibility to" rather than "less susceptibility of."
Common error
Avoid using "of" after "susceptibility". The correct preposition to use is "to". For example, instead of writing "less susceptibility of infections", write "less susceptibility to infections".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "less susceptibility of" functions as a prepositional phrase modifying a noun. However, the prepositional usage is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI indicates that the standard English usage would be "less susceptibility to".
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "less susceptibility of" appears in various contexts, Ludwig AI indicates that it is grammatically incorrect. The correct form is "less susceptibility to". This phrase is used to express a reduced vulnerability or decreased likelihood of being affected by something, often within formal and scientific contexts. Alternatives such as "lower susceptibility to" or "reduced susceptibility to" are recommended for improved grammatical accuracy. Remember to follow "susceptibility" with "to" for correct usage.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
lower susceptibility to
Replaces "less" with "lower", providing a more grammatically sound alternative while maintaining the core meaning.
reduced susceptibility to
Substitutes "less" with "reduced", offering a grammatically correct and semantically equivalent phrase.
decreased vulnerability to
Replaces "susceptibility" with "vulnerability" and "less" with "decreased" to indicate a reduced level of risk or exposure.
greater resistance to
Shifts the focus from susceptibility to resistance, suggesting an increased ability to withstand negative effects.
diminished sensitivity to
Replaces "susceptibility" with "sensitivity," implying a reduced response or reaction to a particular stimulus.
improved immunity to
Highlights an enhanced ability to resist or fight off a specific threat or condition.
less prone to
Offers a simpler, more informal way to express reduced susceptibility or vulnerability.
hardier against
Suggests increased robustness or resilience when facing adverse conditions.
more impervious to
Implies a higher degree of protection or resistance, suggesting that something is largely unaffected.
less affected by
Focuses on the impact or influence of something, indicating a reduced effect.
FAQs
What is the correct preposition to use after "susceptibility"?
The correct preposition to use after "susceptibility" is "to". For instance, use "susceptibility to infection" instead of "susceptibility of infection".
What can I say instead of "less susceptibility of"?
You can use alternatives like "lower susceptibility to", "reduced susceptibility to", or "decreased vulnerability to" depending on the context.
Is "less susceptibility of" grammatically correct?
No, "less susceptibility of" is not grammatically correct. The correct form is "less susceptibility to".
How does "less susceptibility to" differ from "greater resistance to"?
"Less susceptibility to" indicates a decreased likelihood of being affected, while "greater resistance to" implies a stronger ability to withstand or overcome a threat. The focus shifts from vulnerability to defense.
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Usage summary
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
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Real-world application tested