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did not reached
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "did not reached" is not correct in written English.
The correct form is "did not reach" because the auxiliary verb "did" requires the base form of the main verb. Example: "I did not reach my destination on time."
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Exact Expressions
26 human-written examples
It was also observed that Cr treated animals had a reduced brain infarct volume than untreated but this difference did not reached statistical significance.
Science
Results also show that the frequency of major catastrophic and catastrophic events has decreased since 1971, and that, in recent decades, Calabria has suffered from damaging effects even though rain did not reached extreme characteristics.
Science
Bonferroni's pairwise comparison approached but did not reached the statistically significant for negative versus positive stimuli (p = 0.06).
At the end of the following (24 h after baseline), 14 (28 %) patients had developed an AKIN 3 level ARF (group AKIN = 3) and 36 patients did not reached this level (AKIN < 3).
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The mean content of trace metals, for example zinc, in the substrate was found to be comparable to the normal value detected in organic soil (57.0 – 100.0 mg/kg), and did not reached this limit for copper (1.0 – 115.0 mg/kg) (Elekes et al. 2010).
Our own examination of electrogenic movement of electrolytes in colon showed a tendency to increase amiloride-sensitive currents (reflecting ENaC-dependent sodium absorption) in the Mecp2-null colon that did not reached statistical significance, but that might reflect defective electroneutral NaCl absorption.
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Similar Expressions
34 human-written examples
However this did not reach statistical significance.
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Here, the Jets did not reach consensus.
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"I certainly did not reach it lightly.
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That streak did not reach 31.
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Three did not reach that issue.
Academia
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the base form of the verb after the auxiliary verb "did". The correct phrase is "did not reach".
Common error
Avoid using the past participle form of the verb (reached) after "did not". The correct structure is "did not + base verb" (reach).
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "did not reached" is an incorrect grammatical construction. It attempts to negate the verb "reach" using the auxiliary verb "did", but incorrectly uses the past participle form "reached" instead of the base form "reach". Ludwig AI flags this as incorrect.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "did not reached" is grammatically incorrect. The correct form is "did not reach". As Ludwig AI points out, the auxiliary verb "did" requires the base form of the main verb. Consequently, this incorrect phrase is unsuitable for both formal and informal contexts. Alternative phrases like "failed to reach" or "did not attain" can be used depending on the intended meaning. Always ensure correct grammar to maintain clarity and credibility in your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
did not reach
Corrects the grammatical error by using the base form of the verb after "did not".
failed to reach
Emphasizes the failure to attain a specific goal or destination.
did not attain
Replaces "reach" with a synonym that emphasizes achieving a goal.
did not achieve
Highlights the lack of accomplishment or success.
never reached
Focuses on the absence of ever attaining something.
fell short of
Indicates a deficiency in achieving a desired level or standard.
did not get to
Implies a lack of opportunity or ability to reach a certain point.
was unable to reach
Expresses the inability to attain a specific goal or location.
did not accomplish
Stresses the absence of completing or achieving a task.
missed
Uses a shorter word to indicate failing to reach a target or goal.
FAQs
What is the correct form, "did not reach" or "did not reached"?
"Did not reach" is the correct form. The auxiliary verb "did" requires the base form of the main verb.
How can I use "did not reach" in a sentence?
You can use "did not reach" to indicate a failure to attain something, for example, "The package "did not reach" its destination on time."
What are some alternatives to "did not reach"?
Alternatives include "failed to reach", "did not attain", or "did not achieve", depending on the intended meaning.
What's the difference between "did not reach" and "never reached"?
"Did not reach" implies a specific instance where something failed to arrive or be attained. "Never reached" suggests that something has consistently failed to arrive or be attained at any point in time.
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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
60%
Authority and reliability
1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested