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responsive and responsive
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "responsive and responsive" is not correct and seems redundant in written English.
It may be intended to emphasize the quality of being responsive, but it does not add clarity or meaning. Example: "The customer service team is both responsive and responsive to client needs."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Alternative expressions(20)
readily adaptable
attentive and receptive
attentive and appropriate
alert and reactive
highly responsive
observant and quick to respond
attentive and sympathetic
conscious and responsive
attentive and sensitive
sensitive and responsive
attentive and supportive
very receptive
considerate and accommodating
thoughtful and receptive
attuned and responsive
susceptible and responsive
easily influenced
alert and responsive
heedful and compliant
sensitive
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Similar Expressions
60 human-written examples
Adjusted p-values were determined by randomly permuting the non-responsive and responsive labels 1,000 times for each motif, and determining an empirical distribution of t-test scores, which was used to calibrate the actual t-test scores.
Science
First, we searched for possible overrepresented sequence motifs (defined de novo) in promoters of non-responsive and responsive genes using CisFinder [ 23] and identified GABP, NRF1, YY1, SREBP1, and MIT008 motifs for non-responsive genes.
Science
The most striking differences between non-responsive and responsive genes were observed for genes with CpG islands: responsive genes tended to bear the H3K27me3 and H3K9me3 chromatin marks, whereas non-responsive genes tended to have a H3K36me3 chromatin mark, binding of E2F1, ZFX, MYC, and MYCN within 300 bp from TSS, and binding motifs of GABP, NRF1, and YY1 in promoters.
Science
However, Arc assessment after CS-US pairing in these studies could not distinguish between CS responsive, US responsive, and both CS and US responsive neurons, so it remains unclear whether observed responses occurred in neuronal populations receiving convergent activations.
Science
For this analysis, the following groups were used: nine untreated patients with acute disease; five of these nine patients were followed up prospectively during treatment, with partially responsive, fully responsive, and non-responsive patients defined as independent groups; and six healthy controls.
First revision is that endocrine responsiveness is divided into responsive, non-responsive, and uncertain classifications.
Science
Four samples containing freshly collected, enlarged and non-responsive (unchanged) microspores in SM and responsive cultures from TMS were examined.
Science
Even when cell lines were classified into IGF-1 responsive and non-responsive classes (independently of the magnitude of the response), no enrichment was observed with IGF1R levels.
Science
One learning was that the complexity of having a mixed site of responsive and non-responsive pages should not be underestimated.
News & Media
Changes in tumor volume, as measured by optical projection tomography, allowed stratification into responsive and non-responsive tumors.
Science
The second part is called packet separation used at routers to handle the fairness between responsive and non-responsive traffic.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using redundant phrases like "responsive and responsive". Instead, choose a single, strong adjective or use two different adjectives to describe the desired quality.
Common error
Be careful not to overstate the quality of being responsive through repetition. It's more effective to show responsiveness through actions and specific examples than to simply repeat the adjective.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "responsive and responsive" attempts to function as a descriptive adjective phrase. However, due to its redundant nature, it fails to effectively modify a noun or convey a clear meaning. Ludwig AI indicates this repetition is not standard English.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "responsive and responsive" is grammatically incorrect and considered redundant in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms this assessment. It aims to emphasize the quality of being responsive, but repetition is ineffective. Better alternatives include using a single, strong adjective like "highly responsive" or "extremely responsive", or choosing different adjectives to describe the desired quality. Avoiding this redundancy will enhance clarity and improve overall writing quality.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
highly responsive
Emphasizes a strong degree of responsiveness.
extremely responsive
Similar to "highly responsive", but suggests an even greater level of responsiveness.
very receptive
Focuses on the willingness to receive and consider something.
quite sensitive
Highlights a sensitivity to external factors or stimuli.
easily influenced
Suggests a susceptibility to being affected by something.
quick to react
Focuses on the speed of response.
readily adaptable
Emphasizes the ability to adjust to changing conditions.
remarkably compliant
Suggests a high degree of willingness to follow instructions or requests.
exceptionally reactive
Similar to 'quick to react', but with a higher degree of intensity.
unusually impressionable
Highlights the ability to be easily influenced or affected by something.
FAQs
Is it grammatically correct to say "responsive and responsive"?
No, repeating the same adjective is generally considered grammatically incorrect and redundant. It's better to use a single adjective or find synonyms to express the meaning.
What can I say instead of "responsive and responsive"?
You can use alternatives like "highly responsive", "very receptive", or "extremely responsive" depending on the context.
When is it appropriate to emphasize the quality of being responsive?
While emphasizing responsiveness can be useful, repeating the same word is not the best way. Instead, provide specific examples or use stronger adjectives to convey the desired meaning.
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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
60%
Authority and reliability
1.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested