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well substantiated for
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "well substantiated for" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to convey that something is supported by strong evidence, but the preposition "for" is not typically used in this context. Example: "The claims made in the report are well substantiated."
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Although membrane binding is not well substantiated for classical calpains, predicted transmembrane segments in phytocalpain and some ciliate calpains suggest an evolutionary link between calpain function and membranes [34].
Science
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59 human-written examples
The general replication methodology at the heart of Black-Scholes, for example, has been well substantiated by empirical evidence: Actual option and other derivative values do seem to correspond to those predicted by even simplified versions of the model.
News & Media
Although the use of magnesium sulphate for pre-eclampsia is well substantiated, there is little evidence supporting its routine use in gestational hypertension.
Science
Thus, together with the previous reports of Tempel et al. [102], Schwaerzel et al. [30], Kim et al. [35] and Honjo and Furukubo-Tokunaga [33], the requirement of dopaminergic signaling for associative aversive conditioning seems well substantiated (Figure 8A).
Science
A large body of evidence shows the potential of concept map study for improving knowledge recall [ 86- 89], although its effects for improving transfer are not well substantiated [ 83].
Science
These findings provide important and novel insights into the mechanism of IKs channel gating as well as a framework for interpreting KCNQ effects that is novel, well substantiated, conceptually simple, and thermodynamically plausible.
Science
The main findings regarding the hierarchical roles of septins, Bud/Cdc42 signaling and sphingolipid biosynthesis for the formation of the diffusion barrier are well substantiated and represent a significant advance in the field.
Science
Others, such as alarming side-effects, are not well substantiated.
News & Media
The model's description of the sensor response for multicomponent organic mixture and its interpretation and description of its biochemical oxygen demand were well substantiated experimentally.
Science
A few outward facts of Hardy's life are well substantiated.
News & Media
The prophetic art is age-old; the practice of augury is well substantiated in the Bible.
Encyclopedias
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "well substantiated by" instead. This construction correctly conveys that something is supported by strong evidence.
Common error
Avoid using "for" after "well substantiated". The correct preposition to use is "by", as in "well substantiated by evidence".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "well substantiated for" aims to describe the extent to which something is supported or proven. However, according to Ludwig AI, the phrase is grammatically incorrect. The intended meaning is better conveyed with alternative phrasing such as "well substantiated by."
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Science
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Formal & Business
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Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "well substantiated for" is considered grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI analysis indicates that although the intent is to convey strong support for a claim, the proper construction should be "well substantiated by". The phrase appears rarely, primarily within scientific contexts. For clear and correct communication, using alternatives like "well supported by" or ""substantiated by"" is recommended. Always prioritize grammatical accuracy to ensure your message is effectively conveyed.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
substantiated by
Removes 'well' and reverses the prepositional phrase for grammatical correctness.
well supported by
Replaces 'substantiated' with 'supported' offering a more common and grammatically sound alternative.
well evidenced
Uses 'evidenced' instead of 'substantiated' emphasizing the presence of evidence.
strongly supported by
Adds 'strongly' to emphasize the strength of the support.
backed up by
Uses a phrasal verb to indicate support, making it slightly more informal.
supported with evidence
More explicit and emphasizes that support comes from evidence.
corroborated by
Indicates that the statement is confirmed or supported by additional sources.
validated by
Indicates a formal confirmation of accuracy or truth.
confirmed by
Simple replacement that indicates verification of accuracy
well documented
Focuses on the existence of records as support.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say something is supported by evidence?
The grammatically correct way to express that something is supported by evidence is to say it is "well substantiated by" evidence or data.
Is "well substantiated for" grammatically correct?
No, "well substantiated for" is not considered grammatically correct. The correct phrasing is "well substantiated by".
What are some alternatives to "well substantiated"?
Alternatives to "well substantiated" include "well supported by", "well evidenced", or "strongly supported by".
How can I use "substantiated" correctly in a sentence?
Use "substantiated" with "by", such as in "The claim is "substantiated by" the data".
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Usage summary
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Source & Trust
79%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested