Was not made aware of his presence vs I Was not made aware of his presence

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Was not made aware of his presence' is a passive construction that can be used in formal or written contexts. 'I was not made aware of his presence' is an active construction where the subject 'I' is explicitly mentioned, suitable for informal or spoken situations.

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Was not made aware of his presence

This phrase is correct and commonly used in formal or written contexts.

This phrase is a passive construction where the subject is not explicitly mentioned. It is suitable for formal writing or when the focus is on the action rather than the person.

Examples:

The security guard was not made aware of his presence.
She was not made aware of his presence during the meeting.

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The female would be more than likely to view an advancing male as suitable prey if she was not made aware of his presence in some way. So the male must ...
The female would be more than likely to view an advancing male as suitable prey if she was not made aware of his presence in some way. So the male must ...

Alternatives:

was not informed of his presence
was not notified of his presence
was not told about his presence
was not briefed on his presence
was not apprised of his presence

I Was not made aware of his presence

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal or spoken contexts.

This phrase is an active construction where the subject 'I' is explicitly mentioned. It is suitable for informal conversations or when the focus is on the person who was not made aware.

Examples:

I was not made aware of his presence at the party.
She said I was not made aware of his presence.

Alternatives:

I was not informed of his presence
I was not told about his presence
I was not notified of his presence
I was not briefed on his presence
I was not apprised of his presence

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Was not made aware of his presence vs I Was not made aware of his presence