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non taken
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "non taken" is not correct in English.
Did you mean "no offense taken"? You can use "no offense taken" when you want to express that you are not offended by something someone has said. Example: "I understand your criticism, and I want you to know that no offense taken."
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Alternative expressions(7)
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59 human-written examples
Push your hips out and snap your NON take off leg into a 90 degree position and your take off leg should be straight.
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A study by the University of Kent found that the stigma of claiming is "an important factor" in the non take-up of benefits and tax credits.
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"It would be wrong to assume that non take-up of G-Cloud services represents a missed saving opportunity".
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Or was the key decision in favour of non-disclosure taken by ministers in the Department of Health?
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We determined that ASP+ is both specifically and non-specifically taken up by cells (Figure 1).
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These represent the average number of CSCs and non-CSCs, taken across all glands.
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Nonetheless, we tested whether the correlation was significant with phylogenetic non-independence taken into account.
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But mass non-take-up is an inherent feature of elaborate means-tested schemes like this.
News & Media
Based upon Statistics of Income and Living Conditions micro data, the non-take-up rate is estimated to be around 44%, where the prevalence of non-take-up is lower yet still high, i.e. around 30%, for households with very low incomes as well as those with elderly or ill members.
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Only half of those entitled to the French RSA take advantage of the scheme in what some call the "non-take up" of social benefits.
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The non-take-off condition becomes 2.2 where α is the slope angle.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "no offense taken" to indicate you are not offended by something someone said or did. It's a standard idiom easily understood.
Common error
Avoid directly translating phrases or creating new expressions that sound similar but lack established usage. Stick to recognized idioms like "no offense taken" to ensure clarity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "non taken" is grammatically incorrect and does not function as a standard expression in English. As Ludwig AI points out, this phrase is not correct. Instead, established idioms are recommended.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "non taken" is not a correct or recognized expression in English. As Ludwig AI indicates, it's grammatically incorrect. If the intention is to convey that you are not offended, the correct idiom to use is "no offense taken". It's crucial to use established expressions to ensure clarity and avoid confusion. There are no real-world examples of "non taken" in reputable sources, highlighting its lack of acceptance in standard English.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
no offense taken
This is the correct idiomatic expression meaning the speaker is not offended.
no offense
A shorter version, implying the speaker doesn't intend to offend.
I'm not offended
A direct statement of not feeling offended.
I take no offense
A more formal way of saying "I'm not offended".
it doesn't offend me
Expresses that something doesn't cause offense to the speaker.
I'm not bothered
Indicates a lack of concern or disturbance, similar to not being offended.
it's alright
Implies acceptance and a lack of negative feelings.
I don't mind
Shows that the speaker is not negatively affected.
no problem
Suggests everything is fine and there are no issues.
don't worry about it
Reassures someone that their actions or words are not causing a problem.
FAQs
What is the correct way to say that I am not offended?
The correct idiomatic expression is "no offense taken". It clearly communicates that you are not feeling offended.
Is "non taken" a grammatically correct phrase?
No, "non taken" is not grammatically correct in English. The proper phrase to use is "no offense taken".
What can I say instead of "non taken"?
Instead of "non taken", you can say "no offense taken", "I'm not offended", or simply "no offense" depending on the context.
What is the difference between "non taken" and "no offense taken"?
"Non taken" is not a recognized phrase and is grammatically incorrect. "No offense taken" is the correct idiom used to express that you are not offended.
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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