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more adequate time
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "more adequate time" is not correct in standard written English.
It is generally better to use "more appropriate time" or "sufficient time" instead. Example: "We need to allocate more adequate time for this project to ensure its success."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
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Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
This method may thus yield more adequate time trend analyses, facilitating international comparison.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
58 human-written examples
If that were to happen, Curry would still play in five of the Knicks' seven preseason games, giving him more than adequate time to prepare for the season and adapt to Randolph's presence.
News & Media
Despite that, some claim they have perfect hours and more than adequate time off.
News & Media
The experimental results presented in this article indicate that, in comparison with the method proposed in [15], the proposed extension of the HMMI method significantly reduces the computational load in the synthesis stage, making it more adequate for real-time applications.
Furthermore, more IMGs report having adequate time and ability to develop continuing relationships with their patients than their USMG colleagues.
Science
Obviously, a continuous representation of time is more adequate to model the succession of production activities compared to a discrete time scale which is common in classical lot sizing.
Science
Some learning won't stick as well unless kids give it more practice and the classroom environment isn't necessarily going to provide adequate time for more practice.
Wiki
Increasing incubation time during performance of CIA may supercede this separation of methods, which could allow cells adequate time to display more movement and intrinsically more deviation.
Science
In the past, smaller populations of mobile livestock ensured a more moderate grazing regime with adequate time for plants to recover.
We found that U.S. physicians are more likely to report having adequate time with their patients, a finding reported by U.S. primary care physicians in other studies.
Science
More adequate information, generating guidelines on time back to work in general and improving communication between types of physicians, might result in an appropriate advice for every individual patient.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Opt for established phrases like "sufficient time" or "enough time" to ensure clarity and grammatical correctness. This will improve the perception of your writing and avoid confusion.
Common error
While "adequate time" is acceptable, adding "more" can create redundancy. Instead of saying "more adequate time", consider if "adequate time" or "ample time" better suits your intended meaning.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase functions as an adjectival modifier describing the noun "time". Ludwig shows that while present in various contexts, the AI suggests that "more" may be redundant or grammatically questionable.
Frequent in
Science
50%
News & Media
37%
Wiki
13%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Reference
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "more adequate time" appears in various sources, Ludwig AI marks it as grammatically questionable, advising the use of alternatives such as "sufficient time" or "enough time". The phrase aims to express a satisfactory amount of time for a task. Usage varies from formal academic settings to neutral news contexts, with the scientific field having the highest frequency of the expression.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
sufficient time
Replaces "more adequate" with a single adjective conveying enough or sufficient, offering a more concise alternative.
enough time
Similar to "sufficient time", emphasizing that the amount of time is satisfactory or meets the requirements.
ample time
Suggests that there is more than enough time, providing a sense of ease or余裕.
sufficient duration
Replaces "time" with "duration" focusing on the length of time something lasts.
adequate duration
Similar to "sufficient duration" but using adequate instead.
a reasonable timeframe
Focuses on establishing a suitable period for something to be completed.
an appropriate period
Highlights that the time is right and suitable for a specific purpose.
a suitable interval
Focuses on the space between two points in time.
an allotted span
Emphasizes the scheduled and predefined nature of the time.
a generous window
Suggests a broad and accommodating period, allowing for flexibility.
FAQs
Is it grammatically correct to say "more adequate time"?
While understandable, "more adequate time" is not considered standard English. It's better to use "sufficient time" or "enough time".
What are some alternatives to "more adequate time"?
Alternatives include "sufficient time", "ample time", or "enough time". The best choice depends on the specific context.
How can I use "adequate time" correctly in a sentence?
Use "adequate time" to indicate that there is enough time for something. For example, "We need to allow adequate time for preparation."
What is the difference between "adequate time" and "sufficient time"?
The terms "adequate time" and "sufficient time" are very similar. "Sufficient" often implies a slightly higher degree of being enough or meeting the requirement.
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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
80.2%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested