neither of both

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "neither of both" is not correct in standard written English.
It is typically used incorrectly when trying to express that neither of two options is applicable or true. Example: "In the end, neither of both candidates received enough votes to win the election."

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

Science

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

2 human-written examples

It has to be noted that neither of both partial CDFs includes IA,o(p) = 0 since it only occurs when no RCA intersects the UA of p and actual location, so it is not of any help.

EURASIP Journal on Wireless Communications and Networking

The authors concluded that the technique is feasible and neither of both application modi was superior [ 53].

BMC Cancer

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

55 human-written examples

"But as the fraud came near an end, it was plain that neither of us, both heavyweight champions, liked the idea of being dramatized as defeated by the other – especially in a fake fight – and we were both on edge," admitted Ali.

The Guardian - Sport

But neither of the hotels, both of which opened officially on May 11, is without a trace of Louisiana culture.

The New York Times - Travel

We are both unbeaten but at the end of the night that will no longer be the case for one of us, or neither of us, or both of us … Can somebody hold my arm?

The Guardian - Sport

But neither of those men, both Australian, nor any other tennis champion has covered the angles and the corners quite like the elastic-limbed Djokovic.

The New York Times - Sports

Neither of those men, both of whom are now dead, showed up at the restaurant, but Mr. Giacalone's son, Joseph, owned the 1975 Mercury Marquis Brougham that Mr. O'Brien was driving that day.

The New York Times

If it's not something you and your brother(s) both enjoy, neither of you will have as much fun.

WikiHow

The book relates the actor's painstaking investigation of both stories, neither of which turned out to be true.

The Guardian

In case of both illnesses, neither of the two latent SEP variables was strongly associated with seeking care and the total effect of socio-cultural capital was not significant.

BMC Health Services Research

So the Swiss and Rafael Nadal – neither of whom is No1, both of whom crave it still – remain locked in to meet in the semi-finals.

The Guardian - Sport

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When referring to two options, use "neither" alone. If clarifying a larger context, consider rephrasing to exclude both options clearly.

Common error

A common mistake is to use "neither of both" thinking it's equivalent to "neither of the two". However, "neither of both" is considered grammatically incorrect. Always use "neither of the two" or simply "neither" for clarity and accuracy.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "neither of both" functions as a conjunction phrase, intended to negate two possibilities. However, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect. Its intended use is to indicate that neither one nor the other of two options is valid or true.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

Science

50%

News & Media

50%

Formal & Business

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Less common in

Wiki

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Encyclopedias

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "neither of both" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. While Ludwig AI has found some instances of its use in news and scientific articles, it's best to avoid it. The correct alternative is "neither of the two", or simply "neither." Pay close attention to this distinction to ensure clarity and correctness in your writing. Opting for alternatives will enhance the credibility and professionalism of your communication. Always favor grammatically sound expressions to effectively convey your intended meaning.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

neither of the two

More grammatically correct and commonly used alternative.

not either

Simple negation of the "either" choice.

neither one

Emphasizes the singularity and exclusion of options.

none of them

Refers to a larger group, implying exclusion of all.

not one of the two

Explicitly states that no item from the set is accepted.

not any of the two

Similar to 'not one', but focuses on the lack of acceptance of any item.

neither alternative

Focuses on alternatives and exclusion of both.

not either option

Directly negates both options.

not either choice

Rejects both choices.

without either

States something is lacking both.

FAQs

Is "neither of both" grammatically correct?

No, "neither of both" is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. The correct form is "neither of the two" or simply "neither" when referring to two options.

What's a better alternative to "neither of both"?

A better alternative is "neither of the two". You can also use "neither" alone or rephrase the sentence to clearly exclude both options.

How can I use "neither" correctly in a sentence?

Use "neither" when referring to two things and stating that neither is true or applicable. For example, "Neither option is suitable for our needs." Alternatively, use "neither of the two" for clarity.

Is there a difference between "neither of both" and "neither of the two"?

"Neither of both" is not considered standard English, and should be avoided. "Neither of the two" is the correct and widely accepted form to express that neither of two options is applicable.