How to Use not to mention in a Sentence
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This can add to the cost of the project, not to mention the stress of ownership.
—Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 27 July 2026
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This means just the water in your tub could weigh hundreds of pounds, not to mention the tub itself.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 July 2026
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And that’s not to mention the dozens that have already opened since January.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026
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In his native New England, he was always revered, not to mention feared.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2026
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Then there are numerous stages of edits, not to mention a full photoshoot and often a video shoot.
—Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026
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Prolonged time sitting in front of computers can result in poor posture, not to mention aches and pains.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 July 2026
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Of course, keeping an open flame going inside your home at all times can be dangerous, not to mention a hassle.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
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Tran says the hairstyle was concocted with Liu's outfit in mind, not to mention her overall vibe.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 16 July 2026
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Truth is, this Fire sign invests so much of their time (not to mention pride themselves) on being impressive.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
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There’s too much unknown for a player who’s critical to this defense — not to mention one taking up a lot of salary-cap space.
—Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 28 July 2026
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Often these kinds of criticisms can be dismissed as a matter of taste, not to mention prejudice.
—Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
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That’s not to mention the Chris Sale trade, or the failure to re-sign Alex Bregman.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 28 July 2026
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There’s almost always an awkward phase—not to mention the regret and questioning of identity that goes along with it.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 6 July 2026
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But this is the wrestling business, not to mention Brock Lesnar who has now retired twice from WWE.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
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An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026
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Collector Items Collections tend to mean the most to those who assemble them (not to mention that tastes change over time).
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 June 2026
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Though technically not decor, at nearly 50% off, this boxy Parachute pillow is too good a deal not to mention.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
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Medik8 is a brand that instantly comes to mind because the products are gentle, effective, and such a treat to use—not to mention, a time machine for the skin!
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 July 2026
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Given the distance between the two countries, not to mention the vast cultural differences, its use may seem surprising.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 29 June 2026
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Cushioned insoles create the feeling of bouncing forward with every step, not to mention the mesh outers will eliminate the threat of sweaty, stinky feet.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026
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Jason Horne’s training as a firefighter and medic, not to mention his parental instinct, ensured the children’s survival.
—Sydney Page, Washington Post, 16 July 2026
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So did 80,000 other people, not to mention perhaps as many as 2 billion watching around the globe.
—Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026
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This may serve as a real-life lesson for kids on money and an opportunity to teach them about wants versus needs, not to mention comparison.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 18 July 2026
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Many cities — not to mention their hungry residents — are eager for burger icon In-N-Out to open an outpost.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026
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Wrapping cheese tightly in plastic wrap can cut off the oxygen supply and trap moisture, leading to mold growth and spoilage, not to mention softening the rind of your beloved hard cheeses.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 30 June 2026
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Freedom matters to you more than keeping up with traditions, which is where your financial savviness comes into play, not to mention rebellion.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
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Many who invested in those cryptocurrencies — not to mention bitcoin itself, crypto’s largest asset — have not been as fortunate in the past year and a half.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 2 July 2026
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Their exchange is rife with tension built from years of resentment and fear, not to mention the fact that Alicent is now Rhaenyra’s prisoner.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 6 July 2026
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Some of the best comfort shoes also have insoles that correct for overpronation, not to mention ones that map the foot’s pressure points to stimulate circulation.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
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The best sofas can reinvent and reorient a space by introducing new texture and seating arrangements,not to mention comfort.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026
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