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modification rapidly

Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "modification rapidly" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe a quick change or adjustment, but the phrasing is awkward and lacks clarity. Example: "The modification rapidly improved the system's performance." (Note: This example is still awkward and could be improved.)

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

1 human-written examples

Recent XAS data clearly indicate that substantial chemical modification rapidly occurs in biological media, but these measurements are most sensitive to the loss of coordinating chloride and sulfur donors, so whether the heterocycle remains coordinated to the metal was not clear.

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

59 human-written examples

Although flexibility was limited by the need to maintain harmonized international surveillance, U.S. surveillance remained flexible enough to incorporate frequent modifications rapidly.

This unusual pattern of mutation is not shared by chitinases of the GH18 family, suggesting that adaptive functional modifications rapidly emerge as a result of direct pathogen defense against plant chitinolytic activity.

The global path planning method based on the modification of rapidly exploring random tree algorithm is presented in [8].

Both cell types have strikingly similar distribution of H3K9me2 showing that accumulation of this modification occurs rapidly and efficiently both in vivo an in vitro.

Science

eLife

Azithromycin, with minimal modification, can rapidly inhibit merozoite invasion at concentrations comparable to some of the best and most selective invasion inhibitors available for drug development and research.

As the H3K9me2 modification increased rapidly upon neomycin-induced hair cell damage preceding cell death, we hypothesised that such epigenetic modulation may contribute to the onset of active apoptosis of the hair cells.

It is anticipated that understanding how the genome of a coral hosts interacts with that of its vast array of symbionts, and how it may regulate its metabolic quotient, for example through biochemical or epigenetic modification, will rapidly accelerate our ability to predict the fate of coral reefs.

These two observations suggest that ShhN* posttranslational modification occurs rapidly following protein synthesis, in agreement with previous studies describing autocatalysis and attachment of cholesterol as an early process in the ShhN secretion pathway, occurring predominately in endoplasmic reticulum (ER) or Golgi apparatus of ShhN producing cells.

Gene drives genetic modifications that rapidly spread through a population of organisms could be a powerful tool for combating disease-spreading animals like mosquitoes.

Science & Research

Science Magazine

The O6 modifications are rapidly removed by treatment with the capping reagent as long as the capping step is performed prior to oxidation with I2/water.

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Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use an adjective before the noun "modification" to describe its speed. For example, "rapid modification" or "quick modification".

Common error

Avoid placing an adverb directly after the noun "modification". Instead, use an adjective before the noun (e.g., "rapid modification") or rephrase the sentence to use a verb (e.g., "modified rapidly").

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Digital Humanist | Computational Linguist | CEO @Ludwig.guru

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Authority and reliability

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Linguistic Context

The phrase "modification rapidly" functions incorrectly as a noun followed by an adverb, disrupting standard English syntax. Ludwig indicates this is not a correct phrasing.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

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33%

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33%

Formal & Business

33%

Less common in

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0%

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "modification rapidly" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. As Ludwig AI points out, this phrasing does not convey a clear meaning in written English. The preferred approach involves using an adjective before "modification", such as "rapid modification", or rephrasing the sentence to use a verb like "modified rapidly". Though the data provides a few examples, their low match scores, combined with the Ludwig AI assessment, signal that this construction is non-standard. Consider alternatives such as "swift alteration" or "quick adjustment" for clarity and correctness.

FAQs

What is the correct way to phrase "modification rapidly"?

The correct phrasing would be to use an adjective before "modification", such as "rapid modification" or "quick modification". Alternatively, rephrase the sentence to use "modified rapidly".

What are some alternatives to "modification rapidly"?

Some alternatives include "swift alteration", "quick adjustment", or rephrasing the sentence using a verb like "modified quickly".

Is it better to say "modification rapidly" or "rapid modification"?

It is better to say "rapid modification". The adjective "rapid" should precede the noun "modification" to correctly describe the speed of the change.

How can I use "rapid modification" in a sentence?

You could say, "The system underwent rapid modification to improve performance" or "Rapid modification of the software addressed the security vulnerabilities".

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