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resumption to normal
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "resumption to normal" is not correct in standard written English.
A more appropriate phrase would be "return to normal." Example: "After the storm, we are looking forward to a resumption to normal in our daily activities."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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1 human-written examples
Resumption to normal subunit composition may shuttle nucleosomes back to their default positions.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
In a study comparing complete ALND with a two-step procedure in 83 patients there was similar morbidity in terms of lymphoedema, sensory loss, intercostobrachial nerve division rates, impairment of shoulder movement, infection rate or time to resumption of normal day to day activity[ 7 ].
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In Lohsiriwat's study the Assisted-lap group showed a shorter time to resumption of normal diet compared to the ORHT group [ 36].
Calculations were made of the effect sizes of: operating time, postoperative length of hospital stay, postoperative pain, return to normal activity, resumption of diet, complications rates, and conversion to open surgery.
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The study of Lindgren reported a faster time to resumption of normal diet in the ORHT group, nonstatistically significant [ 34].
We anticipate that these outcomes could include: time to resumption of normal activities, SF-36 at intervals after treatment and patient satisfaction scores.
Science
We also found that the growth inhibition was accompanied by the downregulation of many membrane function-related genes; however, the majority of these genes returned to normal transcription levels during the growth resumption.
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Although with similar overall short-term morbidity and mortality compared to OA, in adults LA is associated with lower incidence of wound infection, postoperative ileus and analgesics use, an earlier resumption of normal diet, shorter hospitalisation and more rapid recovery to normal activities [3, 5, 6].
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Mr. Bush also pledged to loosen restrictions on private humanitarian assistance offered Cubans, to seek a resumption of normal mail service and to finance scholarships for Cuban students to study in the United States.
News & Media
Removal of penicillin allows resumption of the developmental cycle, aberrant enlarged RBs do not revert back to normal RBs but retain their larger size and structure and remain relatively immobile within the inclusion.
Science
The original objective of this method of obtaining IPSC-derived lines was to push differentiation and replicative cycles to an extreme that would allow us to observe shortened telomeres and the resumption of normal aging to a degree that was measurable by TRF analysis, as previously reported for the TER lines used herein[7].
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use the more grammatically accepted phrase "return to normal" instead of "resumption to normal" for clearer and more effective communication.
Common error
Avoid using the phrase "resumption to normal". It's better to use "return to normal" because "resumption" typically describes the act of beginning something again after a pause and doesn't directly link with a state.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "resumption to normal" functions as a prepositional phrase aiming to describe a return to a typical or expected state. However, Ludwig AI points out that this phrasing is not grammatically correct. The word "resumption" is best paired with "of", not "to".
Frequent in
Science
33%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
33%
Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while "resumption to normal" aims to convey a return to a typical state after interruption, Ludwig AI identifies this phrase as grammatically incorrect. It is best to use "return to normal" instead. Although examples exist across various domains such as science, news, and formal communications, the grammatical inaccuracy means that the phrase should be avoided in favor of its more accepted alternative. Usage in authoritative sources should not be interpreted as endorsement of grammatical correctness.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
return to normal
Changes preposition; directly indicates a return.
back to normal
A more concise way of saying something is returning to its typical state.
return to normalcy
Replaces "normal" with "normalcy", emphasizing a state of normality.
recovery to normal
Substitutes "resumption" with "recovery", focusing on regaining a normal state.
restoration to normal
Uses "restoration" instead of "resumption", highlighting the act of bringing something back to normal.
return to standard
Replaces "normal" with "standard", focusing on an established level or norm.
recovery of normality
Focuses on regaining a state of normalcy after disruption.
return to regular operations
Emphasizes the return to typical activities or functions.
things are back on track
An idiomatic expression indicating a return to the intended course.
normalization process
Highlights the process of returning to a normal state or condition.
FAQs
What's a better way to say "resumption to normal"?
The preferred phrase is "return to normal". It's grammatically correct and widely understood.
Is "resumption to normal" grammatically correct?
No, "resumption to normal" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. It's more appropriate to say "return to normal".
How can I use "return to normal" in a sentence?
You can use "return to normal" in sentences like: "We anticipate a quick return to normal after the storm." or "The company is working towards a return to normal operations."
What's the difference between "resumption to normal" and "return to normal"?
"Resumption to normal" isn't standard English. "Return to normal" is the correct and commonly used phrase to describe going back to a typical state.
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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
86%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested