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have not recorded
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "have not recorded" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when indicating that something has not been documented or noted down. Example: "We have not recorded the meeting minutes from last week."
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Exact Expressions
40 human-written examples
The Giants have not recorded a sack in two of their last three games.
News & Media
"One morning," he recalled, "I woke up and said: 'I have not recorded a Spanish album in five years.
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The authority has also blamed old equipment, but train dispatchers have not recorded more instances of electrical or track problems causing delays despite maintenance cuts.
News & Media
Since then, they have not recorded a new album, though one new song, Be Lucky, appeared on last year's 50th-anniversary compilation The Who Hits 50!
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Richards formed the X-Pensive Winos with co-songwriter Steve Jordan, though the pair have not recorded together for 19 years.
News & Media
The Rangers, who have not recorded a shutout since February 1999, have allowed four or more goals in 15 of their 33 games this season.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
20 human-written examples
I haven't recorded the other boys yet, but I'm looking forward to it.
News & Media
"I haven't recorded a new album since my career started," admits Pink.
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That morning we haven't recorded much - and clearly it is of no interest.
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The starters haven't recorded an out in the sixth in this series.
News & Media
Like, what does a record sound like by these guys who haven't recorded together in thirty-one years?
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "have not recorded", ensure the context clearly indicates what specifically has not been recorded and why it's relevant. For instance, "The team have not recorded any new safety incidents this month, indicating improved workplace practices."
Common error
Avoid using "have not recorded" when a simple active voice construction is more appropriate. For example, instead of "The machine's sensors have not recorded the anomaly", consider "The machine's sensors did not record the anomaly". This keeps the sentence concise and direct.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "have not recorded" functions primarily as a verb phrase indicating the absence of a documented or noted event, action, or piece of information. It's commonly used to express that something was not captured or registered. Ludwig AI confirms this aligns with standard grammatical usage.
Frequent in
News & Media
42%
Science
35%
Formal & Business
9%
Less common in
Wiki
5%
Encyclopedias
2%
Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "have not recorded" is a common and grammatically sound construction used to express the absence of documented information or data. Ludwig AI highlights its versatility across various contexts, notably in news, science, and formal communications. While alternatives like "did not document" and "failed to note" exist, "have not recorded" offers a clear and direct way to indicate that something has not been captured or registered. When writing, remember to clearly specify what has not been recorded and avoid using the phrase when a simpler active voice construction would suffice.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
have not documented
Highlights the absence of any form of documentation.
have not registered
Implies the absence of an official registration or listing.
did not document
Emphasizes the lack of formal documentation rather than any kind of recording.
did not register
Focuses on the absence of official registration or enrollment.
have not listed
Focuses on the absence of an item from a list or inventory.
failed to note
Highlights the omission of something from being noted or written down.
have not documented yet
Indicates the documentation might happen in the future.
have not written down
Emphasizes that something hasn't been physically written or noted.
have not registered yet
Indicates the registration might happen in the future.
have not saved
Indicates that data wasn't stored.
FAQs
What does "have not recorded" mean?
The phrase "have not recorded" means that something has not been documented, noted, or captured in a formal or retrievable way. It implies a lack of registration or notation of a specific event, data, or information.
What are some alternatives to "have not recorded"?
You can use alternatives such as "did not document", "did not register", or "failed to note" depending on the specific context.
How can I use "have not recorded" in a sentence?
Use "have not recorded" to indicate that data or information has not been captured. For example: "The security cameras have not recorded any activity after midnight" or "Researchers have not recorded any significant changes in the patient's condition".
Is it better to say "did not record" or "have not recorded"?
Both "did not record" and "have not recorded" can be correct depending on the context. "Did not record" is simple past tense, used for completed actions in the past. "Have not recorded" is present perfect tense, used when the timeframe extends to the present. Example: "The device did not record the event yesterday" versus "The device have not recorded any events this week".
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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
82%
Authority and reliability
4.1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested