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Rule "Use an adverb or a compound adjective, not an adjective"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: Use an adverb or a compound adjective, not an adjective
Message: Make sure that the adjective '\4' is correct. Possibly, it should be an adverb (typically ~ly) that modifies '\5'. Possibly, it should be the first word in a compound adjective (hyphenated adjective). Possibly, it is correct.
Category: Grammar (ID: GRAMMAR)
Link: https://www.grammar.cl/english/compound-adjectives.htm
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • It's a popular common used tool for spammers.
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • It is a popular commonly used tool for spammers.
  • One of the first actors is believed to be an ancient Greek called Thespis of Icaria.
  • There are a few known written works by Augustus that have survived.
  • ... there won't be a single building left standing.
  • He was the only one left standing.
  • It's a coastal city situated close to the island.
  • It was the first intelligent LED display.
  • It is the chosen written courses or …
ID: ADVERB_OR_HYPHENATED_ADJECTIVE [2]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-12-05 22:33:10 +0100)