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"is not exist" or "is not exists"?

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is not exist

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "exist" should be in the base form after the auxiliary verb "do" in negative sentences.

The correct form is "does not exist." Use the base form of the verb "exist" after the auxiliary verb "do" in negative sentences.

Alternatives:

  • does not exist
  • is non-existent
  • is not present
  • is not available
  • is not real

is not exists

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "exist" should be in the base form after the auxiliary verb "do" in negative sentences.

The correct form is "does not exist." Use the base form of the verb "exist" after the auxiliary verb "do" in negative sentences.

Alternatives:

  • does not exist
  • is non-existent
  • is not present
  • is not available
  • is not real
Both phrases are incorrect. The correct form is "does not exist." The verb "exist" is used in the base form after the auxiliary verb "do" in negative sentences.

Last updated: March 28, 2024

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