3 'do not' in a sentence

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Nami Nami
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3 'do not' in a sentence

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Dear teacher,

Is the below sentence grammatically correct? Is there a better way to write it?

If you do not mind, I will assume you do not have any preference if I do not receive your reply by Friday?
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Re: 3 'do not' in a sentence

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Better: If you do not mind, unless I receive your reply by Friday I will assume you do not have any preference.
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