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naught

[nawt] / nɔt /


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I learned from a successful mentor that you can get a lot of things right, but if you don’t get the major trend right, it’s for naught.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Some in the Iranian capital feared the ceasefire will come to naught, but others declared victory and most breathed a sigh of relief after weeks of bombardment.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

And even though these characters deserved far better than the screenplay their era would allow, it doesn’t mean their impact is for naught.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

Ten minutes later a blistering U.S. counterattack went for naught when Swanson, after dribbling from the midfield stripe, put her shot right at Lorena, who made the easy save.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2024

“And you, Ophelia, have caused me naught but worry,” she scolded, though gently.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein




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