nonparticipating
Americanadjective
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(of a person or thing) not participating.
No penalties were given to nonparticipating students.
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Insurance. having or imparting no right to dividends or to a distribution of surplus.
a nonparticipating life insurance policy.
adjective
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not participating
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(of an assurance policy, share, etc) not carrying the right to share in a company's profit
Etymology
Origin of nonparticipating
Example Sentences
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Viewers in the U.S. and other nonparticipating countries can vote online or using the Eurovision app; viewers in participating countries can also vote by phone or text message.
From Seattle Times
While our research observed a reduction in the prevalence of obesity among schools participating in the Community Eligibility Provision relative to schools that did not, obesity increased over time in both groups, with a greater increase among nonparticipating schools.
From Salon
Nonparticipating states may face diplomatic or public pressure to join the registry, particularly if it’s seen as contributing to the safety and sustainability of lunar activities.
From Slate
This year for the first time, viewers in nonparticipating countries can also vote online, with the combined “rest of the world” votes being given the weight of one individual country.
From Seattle Times
But in a change that’s indicative of Eurovision’s world-spanning ambition, this year nonparticipating countries can vote for the first time, via an official online hub.
From New York Times
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