may not be applicable vs may not be applicable for

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'May not be applicable' is commonly used when stating that something may not be relevant or suitable, while 'may not be applicable for' is used when specifying the subject or situation to which something may not apply.

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may not be applicable

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate that something may not be relevant or suitable.

This phrase is used to express that something may not be appropriate or relevant in a particular context.

Examples:

This rule may not be applicable in all cases.
The information provided may not be applicable to your situation.
The guidelines may not be applicable for all users.

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Alternatives:

might not be relevant
could be unsuitable
may not be appropriate

may not be applicable for

This phrase is also correct and is used when specifying the subject or situation to which something may not apply.

This phrase is used to indicate that something may not be relevant or suitable for a specific subject or situation.

Examples:

This policy may not be applicable for international students.
The software may not be applicable for older operating systems.
The new regulations may not be applicable for small businesses.

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(May not be applicable for Methods submissions). > Insert text here. Population / Participants / Subjects: Description of the participants in the study: who, how ...
Discount may not be applicable for Japan Duty Free's GUCCI shop and BVLGARI shop located in Narita International Airport Terminal 2. * Discount may not be ...
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may not be suitable for
may not be relevant to
may not be appropriate for

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may not be applicable vs may not be applicable for