do not distribute vs do not redistribute

Both phrases are correct and can be used interchangeably depending on the context. 'Do not distribute' and 'do not redistribute' convey the same meaning of not sharing or dispersing something. The choice between them can depend on personal preference or the specific wording used in a particular context.

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do not distribute

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate that something should not be shared or dispersed.

This phrase is used to instruct people not to share or disseminate something. It is commonly seen in warnings, instructions, or terms of use.

Examples:

Please do not distribute this confidential information.
The software license clearly states: do not distribute copies of the program.
Do not distribute the flyers until further notice.

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Though I do not distribute high-quality medicine such as this, I could hook you up with some discreet people who'd give you a favorable price.
earnings that foreign subsidiaries and associated enterprises do not distribute as dividends and
Reinvested earnings represent the direct investors' proportion, in terms of equity held, of the earnings that foreign subsidiaries, associates and branches do not distribute as dividends.
Thirdly, we must ensure - and in this regard I would contradict some of my fellow Members - that we do not distribute the funds according to the principle that 'everyone should get a bit'.
Reinvested earnings (RIE) represent the direct investors' proportion, in terms of equity held, of the earnings that foreign subsidiaries, associates and branches do not distribute as dividends.
THIS FORM IS ONLY FOR TESTING AND ONLY FOR INTERNAL EUROPEAN COMMISSION/ NATIONAL AGENCIES USE. PLEASE DO NOT DISTRIBUTE!

Alternatives:

do not share
do not circulate
do not disseminate
do not pass out
do not spread

do not redistribute

This phrase is also correct and conveys the same meaning as 'do not distribute.' It is commonly used in contexts where the emphasis is on not sharing or dispersing something further.

This phrase is used to indicate that something should not be shared or dispersed again. It is often used in software licenses, copyright notices, or redistribution policies.

Examples:

The terms of service clearly state: do not redistribute this content.
Please do not redistribute the materials without permission.
The software license prohibits users from redistributing the software.

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Of course he promises us, as is always the case in this type of exercise, that this will be a lightweight structure that will provide guarantees but will not redistribute finance among countries.
Inflation is a scourge which redistributes assets unfairly.
Many competitors redistribute either Thomson or Reuters data.
Let me just redistribute our thingies amongst our various bags.
However, the main problem here is that the ACP countries cannot meet their obligation to fulfil the quota and redistribute any surplus.
This reform should redistribute production among the various regions, climate zones and countries.
We can redistribute power as we see fit.
It is also vital for us to have the flexibility to redistribute resources.
The disagreements are confined to about how exactly to redistribute the power.
We need to reprioritise and redistribute funds within the EU budget.
We also believe that we should firstly redistribute existing funds before we call for new resources.
Tax policy is used to redistribute income for the benefit of capital.
This fishing began thanks to EU funding of exploratory fishing voyages intended to redistribute the Community fleet.
All other competitors redistribute either Thomson or Reuters aftermarket research offerings.
The US Federal budget redistributes only a third of American GDP.
Guys have to redistribute the load. you know?
If you need anybody to redistribute a bit of wealth, you know where to find me.
It's sold at a lot of gyms, to bodybuilders, to redistribute body fat and increase testosterone.
The money's held at airport warehouses until the Fed picks it up and redistributes it.
This underlines the fact that the essential function of non-life insurance is to redistribute resources.

Alternatives:

do not share further
do not circulate again
do not disseminate once more
do not pass out repeatedly
do not spread again

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do not distribute vs do not redistribute