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I believe that I am not the intended recipient vs I believe I am not the intended recipient

The phrases are both correct, but the second version is more commonplace and considered more succinct. The first phrase includes an unnecessary 'that' before 'I am not,' which can be omitted without changing the meaning of the sentence.
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I believe that I am not the intended recipient

This phrase is correct but less commonly used.

This phrase is grammatically correct but slightly less concise. It includes an unnecessary 'that' before 'i am not,' which can be omitted without changing the meaning of the sentence.

Alternatives:

  • I believe I am not the intended recipient.

I believe I am not the intended recipient

This phrase is correct and more commonly used.

This phrase is the more commonly used and concise version of the sentence. It conveys the same meaning without the unnecessary 'that' before 'i am not.'
  • I Believe I Am Not the Intended Recipient, or I May Have Information on the Rightful Owner or Their Next of Kin. What Should Be My Course of Action? Your ...

Alternatives:

  • I believe I am not the intended recipient.

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