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are not nominated
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "are not nominated" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing individuals or entities that have not been selected for a particular award, position, or recognition. Example: "Despite their impressive performances, several talented actors are not nominated for the prestigious award this year."
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
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9 human-written examples
Because you cannot defend yourself when you are not nominated.
News & Media
If you are not nominated, and obviously I am not, the worst thing in the world to have to sit through is an awards ceremony.
News & Media
Cate Blanchett, honored with a Desert Palm achievement award for her lauded performance in Todd Haynes's Carol, thanked the festival for "reminding all of us honored tonight that if we are not nominated for any other award, not to feel like losers, we had a moment of glory".
News & Media
There are 65.35% people who are not nominated by others and 14.12% people who are not giving their votes to anybody.
The degrees of nodes also show that 4734 nodes are not nominated by others and 1005 nodes are not participating in the voting process.
The reasons why 7%% (14 side effects) in 211 side effects cannot be predicted are as follows: 6 side effects are not nominated in this database; 7 side effects are not be classified although they are nominated in this database.
Science
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Similar Expressions
51 human-written examples
We are not nominating anyone for sainthood.
News & Media
Still, even with just one nomination, Hulu bested NBC, which was not nominated at all this year.
News & Media
(It was not nominated).
News & Media
But Mr. Alter was not nominated.
News & Media
("Avatar" was not nominated in the category).
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "are not nominated" when the subject was eligible for nomination but did not receive one. This implies a selection process where the subject was a potential candidate.
Common error
Avoid using "are not nominated" to describe something that was never eligible for nomination in the first place. Instead, clarify the subject's ineligibility.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "are not nominated" functions as a passive voice construction, indicating that the subject does not receive a nomination. As Ludwig AI confirms, the phrase is grammatically sound and widely used.
Frequent in
News & Media
60%
Science
30%
Wiki
10%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
0%
Academia
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "are not nominated" is a grammatically correct and neutrally toned expression used to indicate a lack of nomination or selection. Ludwig AI validates its correctness and common usage. While not extremely frequent, it appears across varied sources, with a higher concentration in news, media, and scientific writing. When using "are not nominated", ensure the context clarifies the specific award, position, or honor the subject was eligible for, avoiding its application to ineligible entities.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
did not receive a nomination
Rephrases the lack of nomination as the absence of receiving one; emphasizes the act of not getting a nomination.
are not among the nominees
States directly that the subject is not included in the list of nominees.
failed to be nominated
Focuses on the failure to achieve a nomination; emphasizes the action of not succeeding.
have not been selected
Replaces "nominated" with a more general term for choosing someone; slightly broader in meaning.
missed out on a nomination
More informal; suggests a missed opportunity for recognition.
were not chosen
Uses "chosen" instead of "nominated", suggesting a selection process but not necessarily for an award.
are not up for consideration
Indicates that the subject is not being considered for selection.
are not in the running
Implies that someone or something is not a contender for a prize or position.
were excluded from consideration
More formal; emphasizes that someone or something was deliberately left out.
have been overlooked
Indicates that someone or something deserved recognition but was missed.
FAQs
How can I use "are not nominated" in a sentence?
Use "are not nominated" when describing someone or something that was eligible for a nomination but did not receive one. For example, "Despite critical acclaim, the film's lead actor and director "were not nominated" for an Oscar".
What can I say instead of "are not nominated"?
You can use alternatives like "have not been selected", "were not chosen", or "did not receive a nomination" depending on the context.
Is it grammatically correct to say "are not nominated"?
Yes, "are not nominated" is grammatically correct. It uses the present tense of the verb "to be" with the negative "not" and the past participle of the verb "nominate".
What's the difference between ""were not nominated"" and "are not nominated"?
"Were not nominated" refers to a past event, indicating that someone or something did not receive a nomination at a specific point in the past. "Are not nominated" is used to state a general fact or a current situation where someone or something is not among the nominees.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
89%
Authority and reliability
4.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested