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referred herein
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"referred herein" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
You can use it when you want to refer to something that was previously mentioned in the same document. For example, "The terms and conditions as referred herein shall remain in effect for the duration of the contract."
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Alternative expressions(20)
previously defined
termed herein
specified herein
as discussed
referred above
demonstrated herein
mentioned hereby
provided herein
indicated herein
described in this paper
stated herein
mentioned below
detailed herein
incorporated herein
suggested herein
specified above
cited herein
mentioned therein
noted above
mentioned herein
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43 human-written examples
This is referred herein as the OOMP algorithm (see Appendix).
Functionalized CMCs with -COOH groups are referred herein as CMC-COOH.
Science
These strategies are referred herein as transversal because they are effectively applied to a wide-range of situations and contexts.
A Perylenebis(dicarboximide) dye (referred herein as PDI) was synthesized according to the literature [17].Ultrapure water (resistivity = 18.2 MΩ/cm) was used in the experiments.
Science
A special emphasis is on the model system employing three‐dimensional (3D) collagen grafts planted on the CAM, referred herein as onplants.
Science
Assuming the hydrothermal H2S input is large relative to the mass of biogenic H2S, chemical oxidation of free gas H2S (2.5‰; Table 1) would produce a sulfate (referred herein as secondary sulfate) δ34S value of −2.7‰.
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The term "natural attenuation" refers herein to chemical processes that, under favorable conditions, act without human intervention to reduce the concentration of contaminants in soil and ground water (Christensen et al. 2000; Murtaza et al. 2011).
Science
We refer herein to this characteristic as shape – geometrically similar individuals are the same shape, regardless of their size (absolute dimensions) (Kramer and Sylvester, 2009).
Science
This normalizes the linkage score for differences in the input amount of DNA between assays and we refer herein to %L as the normalized linkage score.
Science
The term 'normal range' refers herein to the range of normal tissue reactions observed in typical radiotherapeutic clinics that treat large numbers of patients without genetic syndromes.
Science
Two additional independent populations (to which we refer herein as the "intercrosses") were generated at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) by performing intersubspecific crosses between FVB/NJ females and either (PWK/PhJ × CAST/EiJ F1 or (WSB/EiJ × PWK/PhJ F1 males.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "referred herein" to clearly indicate that you are referencing something previously mentioned within the current document, avoiding ambiguity.
Common error
Avoid using "referred herein" when you actually mean to reference external sources or documents. This phrase strictly applies to references within the current text. Instead, cite the external source directly.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "referred herein" functions as an adverbial phrase, modifying a verb or clause to indicate that a reference is being made to something within the current document. As supported by Ludwig AI, its purpose is to establish a clear connection to previously introduced information.
Frequent in
Science
75%
News & Media
12%
Wiki
8%
Less common in
Formal & Business
4%
Social Media
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "referred herein" serves as a formal and explicit way to indicate that a reference is being made to something within the current document. Ludwig AI confirms its grammatical correctness and suitability for formal, scientific, and professional writing. While "referred herein" is commonly used in scientific literature, as well as in news and media, it is less frequent in informal contexts. Alternatives such as "mentioned previously" or "as stated earlier" may be more appropriate for less formal settings. Remember to reserve "referred herein" for internal references within the same document to maintain clarity and precision.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
mentioned previously
This alternative simply indicates a prior mention, lacking the formal tone of "referred herein".
as stated earlier
This phrase is similar in meaning but slightly less formal than "referred herein".
noted above
This alternative is typically used when referencing something in the preceding text, differing from the broader scope of "referred herein".
previously defined
This alternative is suitable when the item in question has been formally defined in the document, a specific subset of what "referred herein" covers.
as discussed
Implies a more detailed treatment of the subject than "referred herein" might suggest, narrowing the reference to a specific discussion.
specified above
This phrase indicates that something has been precisely detailed earlier in the text, offering more specificity compared to "referred herein".
as detailed before
This alternative emphasizes that something has been discussed with many details before, creating a subtle difference in the reference and scope in comparison to "referred herein".
defined in this document
This alternative is used to describe the range of an item or subject in the document.
described in this paper
This confines the reference to the current paper or document, specifying the location of the reference with slightly less generality than "referred herein".
detailed in the current study
This limits the reference to the scope of the existing research.
FAQs
How do you use "referred herein" in a sentence?
Use "referred herein" to indicate that you are referencing something previously mentioned in the current document. For instance, "The terms and conditions, as "referred herein", shall govern the agreement."
What can I say instead of "referred herein"?
You can use alternatives like "mentioned previously", "as stated earlier", or "previously defined" depending on the context.
Is it okay to use "referred herein" in informal writing?
While grammatically correct, "referred herein" is more suited for formal or scientific writing. In informal contexts, simpler phrases like "as mentioned before" might be more appropriate.
What's the difference between "referred herein" and "referred to above"?
"Referred herein" indicates a reference within the current document generally, while "referred to above" specifically points to something mentioned earlier in the text, usually in the preceding paragraphs.
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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
4.4/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested