1
as in never
not in any degree, way, or under any condition
this cake is no better than the last one we made
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2
as in nothing
certainly not
in no uncertain terms we were told to leave
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1
2
as in refusal
an unwillingness to grant something asked for
gave him a polite no when he asked her to dance
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as in oh
how surprising, doubtful, or unbelievable
no—you can't possibly mean that I failed that test! I studied for days!
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Recent Examples of no
Nathan Baird, cleveland, 20 Jan. 2023
Serve this uplifting and lemony no-bake pie and watch the party spring back to life.
—Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2022
Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Oct. 2025
The no-huddle, the different formations, the quarterback run, getting him the ball.
—Charlotte Carroll, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Nina West
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
Based on the initial reactions to Kimmel's plight, the answer is a resounding no.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
So, no, don’t expect any additional Showgirl songs to drop anytime soon.
—Shannon Carlin, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
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Adverb
The offensive line needs three new starters and more clarity as to the quality of its backups, with few no-doubter candidates.
—Nathan Baird, cleveland, 20 Jan. 2023
Serve this uplifting and lemony no-bake pie and watch the party spring back to life.
—Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2022
Noun
As someone who was an assistant coach for a quarter-century before finally landing his first head coaching job in the NFL, Brian Schottenheimer is going to have his fair share of reunions, and the Dallas Cowboys’ matchup against the New York Jets on Sunday is no different.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Oct. 2025
The no-huddle, the different formations, the quarterback run, getting him the ball.
—Charlotte Carroll, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Interjection
The no from the Columbus Metropolitan Library motivated me.
—Nina West
september 24, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2025
Based on the initial reactions to Kimmel's plight, the answer is a resounding no.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Getting out of Tuscaloosa with a win is its own odyssey, but the Commodores (no, not those ones) are undefeated behind do-it-all Heisman candidate Diego Pavia.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
So, no, don’t expect any additional Showgirl songs to drop anytime soon.
—Shannon Carlin, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for no
Adverb
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While never quite fluent or undeniable against Forest, two goals, 18 shots and nine on target told a basic but eloquent story.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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From Hollywood soundstages to Paris runways and Brooklyn’s creative hubs, Black excellence continued to shine brightly—proving that no matter the city or season, culture never takes a day off.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Sierpina, a reigning bronze medalist in the cyclocross nationals, was none too happy when her mother signed her up for cross country in April.—
Nate Bryan,
The Courier-Journal,
2 Nov. 2019
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The Florida Panthers made a flurry of moves in the offseason, but arguably none more important that the hiring of three-time Stanley Cup-winning coach Joel Quenneville.—
Allen Kim,
CNN,
2 Oct. 2019
Noun
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Ohio House Republicans voted to override this particular veto in July.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The measure—authored by State Senator Scott Wiener—follows last year’s veto of a stricter bill that was roundly opposed by Silicon Valley heavyweights and AI companies.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That refusal is the through-line.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
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This scene played out repeatedly during the couple’s travels across Europe, Alaska and beyond – a testament not only to human kindness but to their spirit and refusal to let Trish’s multiple sclerosis stop them from traveling.—
Barbara Bry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Vice Mayor Cesar Zepeda, the other nay vote, suggested the council adopt changes to the agreed upon issues while the members who proposed the item, Wilson and Jimenez, work through sticking points on the body camera footage with the chief.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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All this despite the nay-saying of classic-car purists.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Combining rigorous research and captivating narration, Kateryna Zarembo debunks common myths about the region, such as its long-standing gravitation towards Russia and its rejection of everything Ukrainian.—
Nelly Klos
September 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
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Named after the island’s Indigenous name, Rapa Nui, the drug rapamycin was initially developed as an immunosuppressant to prevent organ transplant rejection and to improve the efficacy of stents to treat coronary artery disease.—
Ted Powers,
The Conversation,
29 Sep. 2025
Interjection
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Why, oh why, do the Rangers keep throwing away almost certain victories in the final minutes of playoff games?—
FILIP BONDY,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2017
Adverb
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But the poultry came from a donation that hardly made up for the 74,000 pounds of chicken that never arrived in June.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
3 Oct. 2025
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And while the wooden chairs in the breakfast nook were lovingly worn-in, the uprights in the dining room hardly encouraged lingering.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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“No.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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