non-updating vs not updating

Both "non-updating" and "not updating" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Non-updating" is used to describe something that does not update, while "not updating" is used to indicate the action of not updating. They are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes.

Last updated: April 01, 2024 • 284 views

non-updating

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe something that does not update.

Use "non-updating" to describe something that does not update or refresh automatically.

Examples:

The non-updating software caused compatibility issues.
The non-updating website failed to provide current information.

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We wish to express particular appreciation for a successful updating of the OSCE Document on Non-Proliferation.
This appropriation is intended to cover the purchase of books, documents and other non-periodic publications and the updating of existing volumes required by Agency departments.
9 - Updating Area "Complexity, Non-linearity and Psyche"
non-recovery of undue payments following the parcels updating process
establishment and updating of a list of non-member countries able to provide safeguards equivalent to those offered by the Member States in respect of their own establishments and able to perform the checks referred to in Article 13,

Alternatives:

static
unchanging
outdated
stagnant
obsolete

not updating

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate the action of not updating.

Use "not updating" to express that something is currently not being updated or refreshed.

Examples:

The system is not updating properly.
She is not updating her social media profiles.

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[8611] fix to the WorldClient LookOut theme not updating the displayed quota data as users' mail folders are updated
[10183] fix to the WorldClient LookOut theme not updating the message status icon in some cases when a message status changes
The score's not updating fast enough.
The score's not updating fast enough.
I just realized my calendar is not updating.
Thank you, Miss Wyatt, for not updating your O.S.
Some of them may be not updating because they are using illegal copies of Windows but it doesn't explain why so many won't change.
I regret, however, that during the current crisis, Parliament has not felt able to lead by example and has rejected the proposals on revising the current system of salaries for Members, as well as proposals for not updating salaries and allowances in 2012.
reason for not updating security products: individual does not think the update is effective,
You know, it used to be, when someone was dead in a barbecue, They were dead in a barbecue, Not updating the facebook from beyond.
Hello Everyone! I wanted to apologize for being MIA lately and for not updating more often, but unfortunately my PC died and I'm waiting for it to get reanimated.
[2347] fix to account/group updates not updating Content Filter rules
Not updating duchain for %1
We can maintain that not updating your insurance was an oversight, but that request form you forged to see Otto, that could come back to bite us.
Therefore, I believe that this budgetary procedure provides evidence that the Treaty of Amsterdam left a lot to be desired, in not updating article 203.

Alternatives:

failing to update
neglecting to update
falling behind in updates
lagging in updates
behind on updates

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