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stimulates in
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "stimulates in" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe something that causes a reaction or response within a specific context, but it lacks clarity and proper usage. Example: "The new policy stimulates in the workforce a sense of urgency to meet deadlines." (This example is awkward and unclear.)
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(3)
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22 human-written examples
Natenstedt, J., Kok, A. C., Dankelman, J. & Tuijthof, G. J. M. What quantitative mechanical loading stimulates in vitro cultivation best?
Science & Research
What you get from this will depend on your receptiveness to the creaks and gurgles of feeling that the music stimulates in your breast.
News & Media
B. Extracellular ATP stimulates in target (immune) cells the assembly of the NALP3 inflammasome via its interaction with the P2X7 receptor, activating caspase-1.
Science
Parathyroid hormone 10 nM stimulates in vitro pelvic cartilage growth as compared with cartilage grown in medium alone, as estimated by increases in wet weight (64%), dry weight (91%), total soluble protein (19%), and deoxyribo-nucleic acid (DNA) content (51%).
Academia
But Hedgehog does many things in development, and geneticist Philip Ingham of the University of Sheffield, U.K., and colleagues wanted to track down the particular protein that Hedgehog stimulates in muscle to make slow-twitch muscle.
Science & Research
Several studies have shown that exogenous SAM stimulates in vitro biosynthetic reactions catalyzed by radical SAM enzymes.
Science
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38 human-written examples
The hypothalamic neuropeptide oxytocin promotes in-group favoritism, elicits parochial altruism, and stimulates in-group conformity under explicit social pressure.
Science
Previous studies have shown that exogenous oxytocin motivates a "tend and defend" pattern in inter-group conflict in which oxytocin stimulates in-group cooperation and out-group defense.
Science
Further to this, Watcho et al., [ 1] demonstrated that fruit extract of Ficus asperifolia stimulates in-vitro contraction of the uteri isolated from oestrogenized rats.
As often as not, such visits stimulate in-store sales.
News & Media
Doing so is valuable in politics and stimulating in sports.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Consider using more precise alternatives such as "stimulates within", "induces in", or "promotes within" to improve clarity and grammatical correctness.
Common error
Avoid using "stimulates in" when a more appropriate preposition like "within" or "into" would provide better grammatical structure and meaning.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "stimulates in" functions as a verb phrase, attempting to describe the action of causing activity or development. However, Ludwig AI indicates that it's not considered grammatically correct and lacks clarity. Examples suggest intended uses in scientific and general contexts.
Frequent in
Science
75%
News & Media
25%
Formal & Business
0%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
0%
Wiki
0%
Academia
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "stimulates in" attempts to express the idea of causing activity within a certain context, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically questionable. Occurring primarily in scientific and news-related contexts, better alternatives such as "stimulates within", "induces in", or "promotes within" provide greater clarity and grammatical correctness. Exercise caution and consider these alternatives to improve the precision and formality of your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
promotes within
Emphasizes internal facilitation rather than external instigation.
encourages within
Highlights a supportive influence on an internal state or process.
induces within
Focuses on initiating a specific process or state internally.
fosters inside
Implies nurturing growth within a confined space or system.
activates within
Highlights the triggering of a pre-existing internal mechanism.
triggers inside
Focuses on the causation of an event inside something.
initiates within
Specifies the commencement of a process from within.
creates inside
Emphasis is placed on generating something novel within a system.
develops inside
Implies gradual unfolding and growth internally.
cultivates within
Suggests a careful and intentional process of internal development.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "stimulates in"?
Consider using more grammatically sound alternatives such as "stimulates within", "induces in", or "promotes within" depending on the context. You could also try "promotes inside" or "triggers inside".
Is "stimulates in" grammatically correct?
While understandable, "stimulates in" is not considered grammatically correct in standard English. Prefer alternatives like "stimulates within" or rephrase the sentence for better clarity.
How can I use "stimulate" correctly in a sentence?
Use "stimulate" followed by a direct object (e.g., "stimulate growth"), or use prepositions like "to" or "by" to connect it to the object being stimulated (e.g., "stimulate response to a stimulus").
What's the difference between "stimulates in" and "stimulates within"?
"Stimulates in" is grammatically awkward. "Stimulates within" implies that the stimulation occurs inside or within a specific area or system, providing better clarity and grammatical correctness.
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
79%
Authority and reliability
2.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested