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not

[not] / nɒt /
ADJECTIVE
neither
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ADVERB
no
Synonyms


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“Absolutely not! They made their decision and took the low road to unearned riches to play in a subpar league, while trashing the PGA Tour on the way out, showing a complete lack of sportsmanship.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“Absolutely not! The venue is a big part of both the Center and the Villa. That is what makes the Getty Museums so ‘special.’

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2025

"Absolutely not!" says Tony Abou Ganim, a US-based vodka expert.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2023

No they’re not! — the film Hollywood will crown the best of 2022 may, ultimately, be neither a streaming title nor a box-office smash.

From Washington Times • Jan. 20, 2023

“I should think not! Now, Mr. Pip, I have done with stipulations.”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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