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sources laden
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "sources laden" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe sources that are heavily filled or burdened with something, often in a metaphorical sense. Example: "The report was filled with sources laden with data that supported the findings."
✓ Grammatically correct
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(19)
sources heavy
well-documented
thoroughly researched
extensively researched
substantiated
validated
comprehensively detailed
on record
fully cited
thoroughly cited
accurately sourced
fully acknowledged
clearly tracked
clearly ascertained
clearly documented
extensively investigated
deeply analyzed
in-depth analysis
meticulously examined
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
3 human-written examples
Finally, an analysis based on specific elements from particles in six U.S. cities found greater effects on daily mortality rates (particularly for cardiovascular deaths) attributable to particles from mobile sources than to particles from other sources (Laden et al. 2000).
In several of these studies, PM components have been examined as independent predictors, whereas one study used factor analysis of the Six Cities Study data to trace components back to their sources (Laden et al. 2000).
Air pollution exposure is an established risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality (Brook et al. 2010), especially exposure derived from traffic and industrial sources (Laden et al. 2000; Lall et al. 2011; Lipfert et al. 2006; Pope et al. 2002; Sarnat et al. 2008).
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
57 human-written examples
In April 2006, the White House slapped down an extensive and anonymous-source-laden report in The New Yorker on the details of war planning against Iran.
News & Media
A Zionist movement focused on harnessing Jewish creativity through such an open-source, values-laden approach to the collective institutions of the worldwide Jewish community could unlock the potential of the Jewish tradition and have a marked impact on its own sovereign expression.
News & Media
I don't know whether the story is apocryphal, but, according to some sources, Osama bin Laden was warned in 2008 that the founders of what would become Isis were obsessed with the Mahdi and the end-of-days.
News & Media
Our purpose here is to point out that many of the particles associated with smoking (and also ingested from other sources) are heavily laden with micro-particulate iron, which, as a major catalyst of hydroxyl radical production, undoubtedly is a substantial contributor as well (see e.g. [ 1373, 1384, 1396- 1400]).
Science
But the power station at Mongstad that will be one of the facility's sources of CO2-laden gas has a history of claiming political scalps.
News & Media
It is relevant to point out that traffic exhaust, particularly from diesel engines, is a major contributor to UFP mass in urban areas (Kittelson 1998; Tobias et al. 2001), and in general, UFPs are both strongly linked to mobile source emissions and laden with toxic constituents (Kim et al. 2002; Shi et al. 2001).
The hunt for the sources of Mr. bin Laden's cash have turned up intriguing discoveries.
News & Media
OSAMA BIN LADEN, intelligence sources would have us believe, is, among other things, a shipowner with a fleet of over 20 ships, probably flying flags of convenience (FOCs).
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "sources laden" when you want to emphasize that the sources are not just providing information, but are heavily influenced or characterized by the specified element. For example, "sources laden with bias" conveys a stronger sense of skewed information than simply "biased sources".
Common error
Avoid using "sources laden" when simpler alternatives like "filled sources" or "rich sources" are more appropriate. The phrase is most effective when conveying a sense of being burdened or heavily influenced, not just describing content.
Source & Trust
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Authority and reliability
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "sources laden" functions as a modifier, specifically an adjective phrase, describing the characteristic of the sources. It indicates that the sources are heavily filled or burdened with something. Ludwig AI confirms that this construction is grammatically correct and usable.
Frequent in
Science
60%
News & Media
30%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Wiki
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "sources laden" is a grammatically correct phrase used to describe sources that are heavily filled or influenced by something. Ludwig AI confirms its usability. While not very common, it appears mostly in scientific and news contexts. It's important to use this phrase when you want to emphasize the degree to which the sources are burdened or characterized by a particular element. Using simpler alternatives such as ""sources filled"" may be preferable in simpler contexts. The phrase has a neutral to formal register, depending on the surrounding context.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
sources filled
Replaces "laden" with a more direct synonym, focusing on the state of being full.
sources burdened
Substitutes "laden" with a word emphasizing the weight or encumbrance carried by the sources.
sources replete
Uses a more formal synonym for "laden", indicating an abundance or fullness.
sources saturated
Implies that the sources are completely full or permeated with something.
sources brimming
Suggests that the sources are full to the point of overflowing.
sources packed
Focuses on the density of what the sources contain.
sources heavy
Emphasizes the weight or impact of what the sources contain.
sources abundant
Highlights the plentiful nature of what the sources offer.
sources rich
Implies that the sources are of high quality or value due to what they contain.
sources overflowing
Illustrates that sources contains an unmanageable quantity of something.
FAQs
How can I use "sources laden" in a sentence?
You can use "sources laden" to describe something that is heavily filled or burdened with something. For instance, "The document was filled with "sources laden with errors"".
What are some alternatives to "sources laden"?
Alternatives include "sources filled", "sources burdened", or "sources replete", depending on the specific nuance you want to convey.
Is "sources laden" formal or informal?
"Sources laden" is generally considered a more formal expression. In informal contexts, simpler alternatives like "filled with sources" might be more suitable.
Which is correct, "sources laden with data" or "sources that are laden with data"?
Both are grammatically correct, but "sources laden with data" is more concise and often preferred. The relative clause "that are" can often be omitted for brevity.
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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
85%
Authority and reliability
4.2/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested