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"described in the previous section" vs "described in previous section"

Both phrases are almost correct, but the first one is more accurate. The correct phrase is 'described in the previous section' because 'the' is needed before 'previous section' to make it grammatically correct.

Last Updated: March 17, 2024

described in the previous section

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to something that was explained or mentioned in the section that came before the current one.

Examples:

  • The concept is further described in the previous section of the report.
  • As described in the previous section, the main findings were inconclusive.

described in previous section

This phrase is incorrect because it is missing the article 'the' before 'previous section'.


Alternatives:

  • described in the previous section

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