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report we ask
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "report we ask" is not correct in standard written English.
It seems to be an incomplete thought and lacks clarity, making it difficult to determine its intended use. Example: "In the report we ask for, please include all relevant data."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(1)
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Usage summary
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
In this report we ask whether frog oocytes, used in the early studies of gene regulation to define core promoter elements such as the TATA box, would be useful for characterizing germ cell promoter architecture and regulation [10] [12].
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In this report, we ask the question whether different-sized fusion proteins of synthetic spidroins and ELP can induce a humoral immune response and if the increasing spidroin content in addition to the higher molecular weight has an influence.
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In this report, we ask a number of questions regarding the frequency of Notch mutations in tumor cell lines and primary tumors: How frequent are Notch mutations in tumor cell lines as compared to other well-established oncogenes and house-keeping genes?
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
In this report, we asked whether ADAM12-L expression in breast cancer cells is regulated by members of the miR-200, miR-29, and miR-30 families.
Science
In this report, we asked if the multicomponent, low-dose medication Neurexan induces an EEG signature that explains its calming effects.
In this report, we asked which pathways had the potential to contribute to the drug resistance observed for some cervical cancers.
In this report, we asked a slightly different question: of the 238 genes that are CHI with an actin-null allele, which also display complex heterozygous interactions with actin alanine scan alleles?
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In this report, we asked whether GFP-expressing tumours could be used to monitor the response of tumour-bearing mice to PDT, and whether the tumour response differed when a nonimmunogenic tumour cell line was transduced with GFP.
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"After we got the crack reports, we asked them to suspend work until further examination, but they did not pay heed," said Atiqul Islam, the group's president.
News & Media
Keeping in mind these reports we asked the question whether rac1 deletion affects age-related processes.
Science
If any symptoms were reported, we asked additional disease related questions and whether they knew any contact persons with similar symptoms.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When aiming for clarity, replace "report we ask" with more precise phrasing like "the report we request" or "the report that we require" to ensure that your intent is clear to the reader.
Common error
Ensure that when you use "report" in conjunction with a verb like "ask", the sentence structure is complete and grammatically correct. For instance, instead of "report we ask", clarify it to "the report we are asking for" or "the report that we ask for."
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "report we ask" functions as an incomplete noun phrase where "report" acts as a noun and "we ask" seems to be an attempt to specify or request something. However, it lacks grammatical completeness and clarity. Ludwig AI indicates that this phrasing is not standard.
Frequent in
Science
60%
News & Media
30%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Academia
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Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "report we ask" is generally considered grammatically incorrect and lacks clarity. While Ludwig provides a few examples of its usage across science and news media, it usually appears as part of a larger, more complete sentence or question. Because of its ambiguity, it's best to replace this phrase with clearer alternatives such as "the report we request" or "the report we are asking for" to ensure your message is easily understood. As Ludwig AI suggests, the phrase is not standard and requires additional context to be meaningful.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
report that we request
Specifies that a particular report is being formally requested.
report which we require
Highlights the necessity of the report.
report that is requested by us
Passive construction emphasizing who is making the request.
report we are soliciting
Formally indicates the act of requesting a report.
report we are asking for
Adds emphasis on the act of requesting.
report for which we inquire
Uses a more formal term for asking about the report.
report we call for
Emphasizes the urgency or necessity of the report.
report we are seeking
Focuses on the process of looking for or trying to obtain the report.
the report we require
Indicates a strong need for the report.
the report that we seek
More formally indicates a desire to obtain a report.
FAQs
How can I correctly use the word "report" when making a request?
Instead of the ambiguous phrase "report we ask", use phrases like "the "report we request"" or "the "report that we need"" to clearly indicate what you are seeking.
What are some alternatives to "report we ask" that provide more clarity?
More clear alternatives include "the "report requested" by us", "the "report that is required"", or "the "report being solicited"".
Is "report we ask" grammatically correct?
No, "report we ask" is not grammatically correct in standard English. It is an incomplete phrase that needs additional context to be understood. Use clearer phrases such as "the report we are asking for."
What's the difference between "report we ask" and "report that we request"?
"Report we ask" is an incomplete and grammatically incorrect phrase. "Report that we request" is a complete and grammatically correct phrase. You should use "the report that we request" to clearly indicate what document you need.
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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
82%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested