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same wise

Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "same wise" is not correct or usable in written English.
You can use the phrase "in the same way" instead. For example: "I like to cook vegetables in the same way every time to ensure consistent flavor."

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

11 human-written examples

"I wasn't the same," Wise said.

He grinned the same wise, slightly mischievous grin that I frequently sought – and was occasionally rewarded with – when I was a nervous young doctoral student under his supervision at Cambridge 27 years earlier.

News & Media

The Guardian

The anger is palpable, directed at what Jarrell called, in the same wise poem about the girl in the library, "the blind date that has stood you up: your life".

Tables and chairs ringed a dance floor that was crowded with teen-age boys and girls — including a few Negroes and Puerto Ricans — all wearing the same wise, sharp city expression.

News & Media

The New Yorker

The man I'm thinking of has pulled off a miraculous, sustained feat, against all predictions — descendants of those same wise heads who foresaw a truncated run for the Carson boy — of making a smashing success while conducting his show for years with a dual personality.

News & Media

The New York Times

That gives the rest of the commission, and Mr Barroso in particular, the feeling that the EAS is partly under their sway.The same wise man, who is neither a wild Anglophile nor a Brit-hater, offered a couple of sharp criticisms of Lady Ashton.

News & Media

The Economist
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

49 human-written examples

Like wise, the same applies to FMOType, but that it applies to movable object.

"The technology is changing and people are staying the same," a wise developer suggested to me when I raised the prospect of the internet at 80 not 40.

"Research has proven what any woman who has ever been inside a hair salon already knew: women pay more than men for the same stuff," Wise said.

News & Media

Independent

He knows what they don't know, what the words passed down on palm leaves teach: that wisdom and love are one and the same; that wise love is the love that stays; and that the hand is never empty that gives everything away.

She just didn't have the same calm, wise omniscience.

News & Media

Huffington Post
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Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Instead of using the phrase "same wise", consider rephrasing to more grammatically sound options like "equally wise" or "just as wise" to maintain clarity and correctness in your writing.

Common error

Avoid combining "same" directly with adjectives like "wise". "Same" typically modifies nouns, while adjectives describe them. Opt for clearer constructions that maintain grammatical integrity, such as "equally wise" or "of the same wisdom".

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Digital Humanist | Computational Linguist | CEO @Ludwig.guru

Source & Trust

84%

Authority and reliability

2.8/5

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Real-world application tested

Linguistic Context

The phrase "same wise" attempts to function as an adjective phrase, modifying a noun by attributing to it a quality of combined sameness and wisdom. However, as Ludwig AI points out, this construction is not grammatically sound in standard English.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

40%

Science

30%

Formal & Business

10%

Less common in

Wiki

10%

Encyclopedias

5%

Reference

5%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase “same wise” appears in a limited number of contexts, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect. It aims to express a similarity in wisdom or judgment, but it's best replaced with more grammatically correct alternatives like "equally wise" or "just as wise". Although some authoritative sources like The New York Times and The Guardian contain the phrase, its overall usage is uncommon, and it's advisable to avoid it in formal writing. Rephrasing ensures clarity and grammatical correctness.

FAQs

What's a better way to say "same wise"?

Consider alternatives such as "equally discerning", "just as sagacious", or "similarly insightful" depending on the context.

Is "same wise" grammatically correct?

No, "same wise" is generally considered grammatically incorrect. It's better to rephrase using alternatives like "equally wise" or "just as wise".

How can I use "wise" correctly in a sentence?

Use "wise" as an adjective to describe someone or something exhibiting good judgment or knowledge. For example, "She is a wise leader" or "That was a wise decision".

What does "wise" mean?

"Wise" means having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment. It implies a deep understanding of people, things, or situations.

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