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Found change
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"found change" is a correctly formed phrase and is usable in written English
It is an idiomatic phrase that means to discover a small amount of money when you weren't expecting it. For example: "I was cleaning under the couch cushions and I found change!"
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
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8 human-written examples
Domestically, Mr. Ahmadinejad appealed to the fears of the more pious and poor who had found change unsettling.
News & Media
Center negative bending moments were found change to by up to 50% under changes in temperature gradient of less than 30 °F (16.7 °C).
As Rauschenberg found acclaim (including the grand prize at the Venice Biennale of 1964) and financial security, he never forgot the earlier struggles and in 1970 he helped to found Change, an organisation devoted to providing emergency funds for artists.
News & Media
Jack Archer Ajijic, Mexico, June 15 , 2009 To the Editor: "Wide Reverberations as Door Slams on Hope of Change" (Memo From Tehran, front page, June 14) says Mahmoud Ahmadinejad "appealed to the fears of the more pious and poor who had found change unsettling".
News & Media
Open image in new window Fig. 12 In this pump rotor examination, a normal rotation was found (change in position indicated by the black arrows).
Science
Robbins and Roy (2007) found change in evolution acceptance after limited instruction, while others found that change in acceptance associated with increased knowledge happened only for those who were initially undecided on the topic (Wilson 2005; Ingram and Nelson 2006).
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He helped found Change-NY, an anti-tax group that steered state Republicans to the right, and served on Gov. George E. Pataki's transition team.
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He helped found Change-NY, a conservative watchdog group that advocates cutting taxes in New York State, and served on Gov. George E. Pataki's transition team.
News & Media
He has long been active in conservative causes, helping found Change-NY, an antitax watchdog group that was an early supporter of Gov. George E. Pataki but that later criticized him for "acting like a Democrat".
News & Media
The study also found changes in treatment over the period.
News & Media
And it found changes in sea level roughly tracked changes in temperature.
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Expert writing Tips
✓ Best practice
When using "found change" in scientific writing, ensure that the context clearly specifies what was being observed and the nature of the change that was found.
⚠ Common error
Avoid using "found change" as an imperative or a direct instruction. The phrase implies discovery, not a directive. For example, instead of instructing someone to "found change", suggest "establish a change initiative" or "initiate a transformative process".
Linguistic Context
The phrase "found change" functions as a verb phrase where 'found' is the past tense of 'find' and 'change' acts as a noun. This structure indicates the discovery or detection of an alteration, shift, or modification. Ludwig provides examples showing its use in various contexts.
Expression frequency: Uncommon
✓ Frequent in
Science
50%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
17%
⚠ Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "found change" is a grammatically sound phrase used to describe the discovery or detection of an alteration or transformation. Ludwig AI indicates its proper usage in written English. While primarily functioning as a verb phrase with a neutral register, its specific formality depends on the source, ranging from scientific publications to news articles. When writing, remember the phrase focuses on the discovery aspect rather than the act of witnessing. Related phrases such as "identified alteration" or "recognized shift" can provide alternative ways to express similar ideas, depending on the specific context.
Alternative expressions
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
discovered transformation
Emphasizes the act of uncovering a significant alteration.
identified alteration
Highlights the recognition of a specific modification.
recognized shift
Focuses on acknowledging a change in position or perspective.
detected modification
Implies the use of careful observation to notice a change.
noticed adjustment
Refers to observing a minor alteration or correction.
observed development
Focuses on witnessing a gradual unfolding or evolution.
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FAQs
How can I use "found change" in a sentence?
You can use "found change" to describe the discovery of an alteration or transformation. For example: "The researchers "found change" in gene expression after the treatment".
What are some alternatives to "found change"?
Alternatives include "identified alteration", "recognized shift", or "detected modification", depending on the specific context.
Is it correct to say "found change" in formal writing?
Yes, "found change" is grammatically correct and can be used in formal writing, especially in scientific or analytical contexts where describing discovered alterations is necessary.
What's the difference between "found change" and "observed change"?
"Found change" emphasizes the discovery aspect, while "observed change" focuses on the act of witnessing the alteration. The former implies a recognition of something new, whereas the latter highlights the act of seeing it occur.
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