plural no-no's or no-nos
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: something unacceptable or forbidden
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Using it as storage for buckets and other equipment is a no-no.
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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
Milk and Dairy We have all probably stored milk or other dairy items, including soft cheeses, in the fridge door at one time or another, but food safety experts say this is a no-no.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026
Araiza, McKnight and Russell each took an inning to close out the no-no.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
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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
Milk and Dairy We have all probably stored milk or other dairy items, including soft cheeses, in the fridge door at one time or another, but food safety experts say this is a no-no.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026
Araiza, McKnight and Russell each took an inning to close out the no-no.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
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“No-no.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-no. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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