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these orientation
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "these orientation" is not correct in English.
It should be "this orientation" or "these orientations" depending on the context. You can use it when referring to a specific orientation event or multiple orientation events, but it must be grammatically correct. Example: "These orientations are designed to help new employees understand the company culture."
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
19 human-written examples
These orientation selective cells respond best to oriented line segments or edges, respectively.
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Variants of these orientation relationships have been frequently observed.
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Then evaluate the coverage based on these orientation vectors and get the first private best.
These orientation relationships are related by {1 0 2} twinning of magnesium or twinning of the icosahedral phase.
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The large anisotropic dielectric behavior, which is predominantly attributed to the differences of polarization states in these orientation engineered BaTiO3/SrTiO3 heterostructures, was observed.
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In one of these orientation states, membrane binding involves helices 3 and 4 of the catalytic domain in addition to the farnesyl and polybasic motifs.
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Similar Expressions
41 human-written examples
These orientations exhibit a wide range of both spatial and orientational heterogeneity.
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The second category (shown by red lines) displays fast azimuth oriented at an angle greater than 90° from North; these orientations are observed east of 12°E (Fig. 3).
Most persons live their lives holding and moving between both these orientations.
Encyclopedias
In V1, the squirrel has many orientation-selective neurons, and these orientation-selective cells can be further subdivided into simple and complex cells.
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For Ricoeur, these orientations are complementary, not incompatible.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always ensure subject-verb agreement; use "this orientation" for singular subjects and "these orientations" for plural subjects.
Common error
Avoid using "these orientation" when referring to a single orientation. The correct phrasing is "this orientation."
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "these orientation" functions as a demonstrative determiner followed by a noun. Ludwig AI indicates that while usage exists, the phrase is grammatically incorrect due to a lack of number agreement between the determiner "these" (plural) and the noun "orientation" (singular).
Frequent in
Science
70%
Wiki
20%
News & Media
10%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "these orientation" appears in various contexts, especially within scientific literature and on wikis, it is grammatically incorrect. The correct usage depends on the context: use ""this orientation"" for a single instance and ""these orientations"" for multiple instances. Ludwig AI flags "these orientation" as grammatically incorrect, emphasizing the importance of subject-verb agreement. To ensure clarity and correctness in writing, always verify the number agreement between the demonstrative and the noun.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
this orientation
Singular form, referring to a single instance of orientation.
these orientations
Plural form, used when referring to multiple instances of orientation.
this alignment
Replaces "orientation" with a synonym, maintaining a singular reference.
these alignments
Replaces "orientation" with a synonym, used when referring to multiple instances.
this directional preference
More descriptive, specifying that the orientation is a preference for direction.
these directional preferences
Plural form, specifying that the orientations are preferences for direction.
this positioning
Replaces "orientation" with a general term for spatial arrangement.
these positionings
Plural form, replacing "orientations" with a general term for spatial arrangement.
the orientation of these
Rephrases to emphasize the act of orienting multiple undefined objects.
the directional nature of these
Uses a more abstract phrasing to describe the directionality of an object.
FAQs
Is it correct to say "these orientation"?
No, "these orientation" is grammatically incorrect. The correct forms are "this orientation" (singular) or "these orientations" (plural).
When should I use "this orientation" versus "these orientations"?
"This orientation" refers to a single instance or specific type of orientation. "These orientations" refers to multiple instances or types of orientations.
What are some alternatives to using "these orientation"?
Depending on the context, you could use "this orientation", "these orientations", or rephrase the sentence to use more descriptive terms like "directional preference".
How can I avoid errors when using "orientation"?
Pay attention to the number agreement. If you are talking about one orientation, use "this". If you are talking about more than one, use "these orientations".
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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
80%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested