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excludent
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
'excludent' is not a word in English.
You can use the verb 'exclude' instead. For example: "The teacher excluded the student from the class for not following the rules."
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60 human-written examples
Add in the pleasure of eating in a decent restaurant for only a tenner a head for four courses, excluding the wine, and the trip becomes as memorable as it is cost effective.
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Excludes international flights.
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Specifically, the Nasdaq excludes anyone who was employed the company in the past three years.
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Nothing excludes or limits GNMA's liability for personal injury or death due to its negligence.
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The Sierra Leone ministry of health refused to share data in the early outbreak and instructed the WHO to report only lab-confirmed deaths, thereby excluding the "probable" and "suspect" cases that could not be tested because of the lack of testing facilities.
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Zuwara is popular because it is close to Sicily, 300 miles north, and because it is populated by ethnic Amazigh (Berbers), who exclude outside security forces, giving smugglers a freer hand, according to Tripoli police.
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A carefully-managed Manama conference on the "dialogue of civilisations" included Christian and Jewish delegations but excluded mainstream Shia or opposition clerics.
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It excludes anyone who could lend a modicum of diversity to these debates; who might challenge the status quo on the environment, on devolution, on constitutional change, on free-market economics, on gender politics.
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He told reporters he had said to Tsipras that he continued to exclude the idea of a Grexit – "because I don't want to see it" – but that he could not "pull a rabbit out of a hat".
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While emphasising that the protesters must be heard, and the excluded 'included', Clinton told the Davos audience what they wanted to hear about the wonders of free trade and globalisation.
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Solomon Islands is a Melanesian country, and in most Melanesian cultures men control the decision making and governance mechanisms in the villages – girls and women are excluded.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the term "excludent" in formal or academic writing, as it is not a recognized English word. Instead, use established terms like "excluding factor" or rephrase your sentence for clarity.
Common error
Do not assume that all verbs can be directly transformed into nouns by adding "-ent". Always verify word validity in a dictionary or reliable source before using it in writing.
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Linguistic Context
Since "excludent" is not a recognized English word, it has no standard grammatical function. Ludwig AI identifies it as an invalid term, advising against its use.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "excludent" is not a recognized word in the English language. Ludwig AI confirms this, flagging it as an incorrect term. Instead of using "excludent", it is recommended to use established phrases such as "excluding factor", "exclusionary element", or to rephrase the sentence to avoid the need for such a term. Using correct and recognized vocabulary ensures clarity and credibility in writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
excluding factor
Focuses on the factor causing exclusion, rather than a general term for something that excludes.
exclusionary element
Highlights the element that leads to exclusion, suitable when discussing specific components.
excluding provision
Specifically refers to a clause or condition that excludes something.
something that excludes
A broader description of what prevents inclusion.
barrier to entry
Highlights something preventing newcomers from entering.
factor of elimination
Emphasizes the aspect of removing or eliminating something.
reason for exclusion
Directly states the cause of exclusion.
grounds for disqualification
Focuses on the reasons someone might be disqualified.
condition for exclusion
Specifies a condition that results in exclusion.
element of segregation
Indicates an element that separates or segregates.
FAQs
Is "excludent" a real word?
No, "excludent" is not a recognized word in the English language. It's best to use established alternatives to convey the intended meaning.
What can I use instead of "excludent"?
Depending on the context, you could use alternatives like "excluding factor", "exclusionary element", or rephrase the sentence to use a more common term.
How can I rephrase a sentence that includes "excludent"?
Consider restructuring your sentence to focus on the action of excluding, for example, "a factor that excludes" instead of trying to use the non-existent noun "excludent".
What is the difference between "excluding" and "excludent"?
"Excluding" is a valid verb or adjective form meaning "leaving out" or "not including". "Excludent", however, is not a standard English word.
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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