plural no-no's or no-nos
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: something unacceptable or forbidden
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While Henry describes Wachsmann’s no-hitter last season against Cherokee Trail as the pitcher’s breakthrough high school moment, Henry says the no-no this season on April 18 at Mullen was the more impressive outing.
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Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
Acidic Soil Acidic soil is another no-no for lavender, according to the experts, which is why its important to conduct a soil pH test before planting your lavender.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 27 Apr. 2026
Using it as storage for buckets and other equipment is a no-no.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Stilettos are a no-no when walking around any large city, but platforms will pull your spring outfits together with more comfort.
—Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
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Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
Acidic Soil Acidic soil is another no-no for lavender, according to the experts, which is why its important to conduct a soil pH test before planting your lavender.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 27 Apr. 2026
Using it as storage for buckets and other equipment is a no-no.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Stilettos are a no-no when walking around any large city, but platforms will pull your spring outfits together with more comfort.
—Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for no-no
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“No-no.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-no. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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