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初步证据表明...

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression

formal

How it works

This phrase is a formal introductory clause used to present findings or observations that are not yet conclusive. It translates to 'initial/preliminary evidence suggests/indicates that...' and is often followed by a factual statement or a hypothesis. The '...' indicates that a clause will follow to complete the sentence.

Sample sentences

初步证据表明，这种新药对某些癌症类型有效。

Initial evidence suggests that this new drug is effective against certain types of cancer.

初步证据表明，该地区的经济正在逐步复苏。

Preliminary evidence indicates that the economy in this region is gradually recovering.

初步证据表明，事故是由机械故障引起的。

Initial evidence shows that the accident was caused by mechanical failure.

Quick facts

structure:初步 (chūbù, preliminary/initial) + 证据 (zhèngjù, evidence) + 表明 (biǎomíng, indicates/shows) + [subordinate clause]

usageContext:Used in academic, scientific, journalistic, or legal contexts to introduce findings that are not yet definitive but point towards a certain conclusion. It implies that further investigation or confirmation may be needed.

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Example

初步证据表明，这种新药对某些癌症类型有效。

Initial evidence suggests that this new drug is effective against certain types of cancer.

初步证据表明，该地区的经济正在逐步复苏。

Preliminary evidence indicates that the economy in this region is gradually recovering.