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does not appears
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "does not appears" is not correct in English.
The correct form is "does not appear." You can use it when stating that something is not visible or not present. Example: "The solution does not appear to be effective in this case."
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Science
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Exact Expressions
4 human-written examples
However, Pt Fe/C catalyst does not appears to be a more active catalyst than Pt/C for ORR in 1.0 M HClO4 + 0.1 M CH3OH.
Science
The first brightening in the GIs appears to be localized in wide-area images such as the 2128 07 UT panel of Fig. 3, but the same brightening does not appears to be localized in expanded images such as that in Figs. 6b and 5. Thus, the term "localized" has different implications between ASIs and GIs (Fig. 11) depending on the size of the displayed area.
Science
Such stability of the K346T channel does not appears to be due to altered interactions with syntrophin and α-dystrobrevin or Kir4.1, Kir5.1, Rac-1, Aquaporin-4 and connexin-43.
Science
In particular, the development of a high-throughput approach for the detection of circulating claudin-4 will be crucial, as our current approach involving exosomes purification and detection by immunoblotting does not allow for large scale population testing and does not appears to provide improved sensitivity over the currently used CA125 marker.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
56 human-written examples
Jack Cade does not appear.
News & Media
He does not appear to be listening.
News & Media
He does not appear to mind that.
News & Media
He does not appear on television.
News & Media
His bid does not appear particularly serious.
News & Media
The succession plan does not appear straightforward.
News & Media
Of course God does not appear.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the base form of the verb after "does not". The correct form is "does not appear", "does not seem", etc.
Common error
Avoid using the third-person singular form of the verb after "does not". "Does not appears" is incorrect; the correct form is "does not appear".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "does not appears" functions as a negative declarative statement, aiming to express the absence of something. However, it is grammatically incorrect. Ludwig AI points out that the correct form is "does not appear".
Frequent in
Science
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News & Media
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "does not appears" is grammatically incorrect; the correct form is "does not appear". Ludwig AI confirms this, emphasizing the need for the base form of the verb after the auxiliary "does". While examples exist across science, news, and wiki sources, its incorrectness limits its usability. For correct and similar expressions, consider alternatives like "does not seem" or "is not visible", ensuring your writing is grammatically sound and clear. To improve your writing, use always the base form after auxiliary verbs.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
does not appear
Corrects the grammatical error by using the base form of the verb after "does not".
does not seem to appear
Adds "seem to" to soften the assertion and provide a slightly different nuance.
does not show
Replaces "appear" with "show" to indicate a lack of visibility or evidence.
is not apparent
Uses an adjective form to convey that something is not obvious or easily perceived.
is not visible
Focuses on the lack of visual presence or observability.
is not evident
Highlights the absence of clear signs or indications.
fails to appear
Emphasizes the failure or inability of something to manifest or become present.
is not manifested
Uses a more formal tone to indicate that something is not displayed or realized.
is not presented
Suggests that something is not being offered or displayed.
is absent
Simply states that something is missing or not present.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "appear" in a negative sentence?
The correct way is to use "does not appear" or "doesn't appear". For example, "The solution "does not appear" effective."
What are some alternatives to "does not appear"?
Alternatives include "does not seem", "is not visible", or "is not apparent", depending on the context.
Is "does not appears" grammatically correct?
No, "does not appears" is grammatically incorrect. The correct form is "does not appear". The auxiliary verb "does" requires the base form of the verb.
How can I remember to use the correct verb form after "does not"?
Remember that "does" is already conjugated, so the main verb should be in its base form. Think of other similar constructions like "does not seem", "does not look", etc.
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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
84%
Authority and reliability
2.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested