Grammar fix
recent study
latest research
a piece of research or investigation that has been done or published not long ago.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
A recent study found that people who walk daily are healthier than those who don't.
According to a recent study, using smartphones before bed can negatively impact sleep quality.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: A recent study founded that sleep matters.
Say: A recent study found that sleep matters.
Past of 'find' is 'found'; 'founded' means established (e.g. a company).
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Investigative work conducted in the recent past' is padding; 'a recent study' is the standard opener.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
a recent study
- a recent study
- according to a recent study
- a recent study found
- recent research