How to Use no-no in a Sentence
no-no
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That’s a basic no-no in lacrosse, from the pee-wee leagues to the pros.
—Mike Preston, Baltimore Sun, 27 May 2023
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South Sudan turned the ball over 19 times, a big no-no as the U.S. thrives in the open floor.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 31 July 2024
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But if a parent doesn't care if the line gets crossed – well, that's a no-no.
—Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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That seems to have been a no-no in the past, but CBS highlighted them.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 3 Feb. 2024
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Another no-no is trying to go all the way down to the floor.
—Christa Sgobba, SELF, 18 Oct. 2024
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That’s a big no-no, be prepared for a lot of rough looks [from people].
—Nate Jackson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2025
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And the grass was synthetic, which was also a no-no for a World Cup.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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And the grass was synthetic, which was also a no-no for a World Cup.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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Loose shoes — like, flip-flops ― are a no-no, and so is going barefoot.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 2 May 2024
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But being glued to your screen at a networking event is a no-no.
—Ginny Hogan, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
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Nomo’s no-no in Coors Field is still one of the most spectacular feats by a pitcher.
—Evan Drellich, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Rototilling won’t speed up soil warming and is still a no-no.
—Jeff Lowenfels, Anchorage Daily News, 2 June 2023
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That’s a no-no, usually a sign of a player’s near term decline.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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Peanut oil is also a no-no as some guests may have allergies.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
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Secured area or no, pre-singing blank prescription forms is a no-no.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025
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Today, this kind of wildlife encounter would be a big no-no for safety reasons.
—Christine Peterson, Wired News, 5 July 2025
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Those rules, of course, are legendary, if unwritten: Cleavage is a no-no.
—Emily Zemler, Allure, 13 Dec. 2023
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Leave the seashells on Sardinia’s seashore On the Italian island of Sardinia, beachcombing is a no-no.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
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Even picking up a call and having a conversation is a huge no-no.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 11 July 2025
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That’s typically a no-no, and a great way to shorten the life of cables, and even connections.
—PCMAG, 26 Jan. 2024
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As for the use of Roundup or other glyphosate products to hit individual weeds, this, too, is a no-no.
—Jeff Lowenfels, Anchorage Daily News, 27 Apr. 2023
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Trekking, tent, or ski poles with visible cracks or discoloration are a no-no.
—Kelly Klein, Outside Online, 4 Feb. 2023
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This is a no-no anywhere there are other people within earshot.
—Kurt Knutsson, Fox News, 12 Oct. 2023
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Sale never flirted with a no-no, but lasted longer than Snell struck out one more batter than the Giants lefty.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2024
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What was once considered a style no-no in cold weather has now become a bold statement.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 13 July 2025
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The syrup is high in sugar, which is a major no-no for dogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
—USA TODAY, 5 Feb. 2024
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Eggs Leaving eggs in your car is a no-no in any weather conditions.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 23 Jan. 2026
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Just remember that polyester fiberfill and shredded foam are a no-no in a compost bin.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026
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In the same vein, abrasive cleaning materials are also a no-no.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
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But flipping off Chiefs fans was a no-no.
—Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2025
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