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not

[not] / nɒt /
ADJECTIVE
neither
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ADVERB
no
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"The original/real vocalists of Milli Vanilli…will NOT be performing their hits live at the Great American State Fair. Others using the name Milli Vanilli should be considered a tribute band," the group said.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Trump said he had informed the US military "that we will NOT be doing the scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow."

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

I’m not saying my USB-charged fan kept me from a trip to the medical tent in 2025, but I’m not NOT saying it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

In response to questions, Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Lauren Bis said in a statement that Immigration and Customs Enforcement “does NOT deport United States citizens or separate families,”

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

Quite loud, the guy says, "William. Grayson. William. Grayson. Where have I seen that name before? Oh, right. NOT on your driver's license."

From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan




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