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 none
certainly not
in no uncertain terms we were told to leave
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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
Ed Graney Las Vegas Review-Journal, Arkansas Online, 21 Jan. 2026
The analysis also revealed that the weight came back on nearly four times faster than after changing or quitting a diet or exercise regimen, no matter how many pounds had been shed.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Dexter Filkins, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
Over the next four years, Congress has allocated $170 billion for border and interior enforcement, including $75 billion for ICE, as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that was sign signed into law, on partisan lines, with Democrats voting no.
—Matt Brown, Fortune, 10 Jan. 2026
Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2026
In the second half, the answer was no.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 17 Jan. 2026
Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2024
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
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Adverb
Look no further than the game's biggest play, a fourth and 4 quarterback draw that saw Mendoza run over one Miami defender before barreling into the end zone for a score from 12 yards out in the fourth quarter.
—Ed Graney Las Vegas Review-Journal, Arkansas Online, 21 Jan. 2026
The analysis also revealed that the weight came back on nearly four times faster than after changing or quitting a diet or exercise regimen, no matter how many pounds had been shed.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
Noun
According to a Senate staffer who regularly attended committee meetings, Rubio frequently allowed nominations to proceed without raising objections—then afterward recorded his vote as a no.
—Dexter Filkins, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
Over the next four years, Congress has allocated $170 billion for border and interior enforcement, including $75 billion for ICE, as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that was sign signed into law, on partisan lines, with Democrats voting no.
—Matt Brown, Fortune, 10 Jan. 2026
Interjection
In general, no, cold water shouldn’t cause your clothes, like your favorite cotton T-shirt, to shrink, although some fabrics are more prone to shrinkage than others.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2026
In the second half, the answer was no.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 17 Jan. 2026
Adjective
With no itchy seams and a blended no-static material, this shirt is designed for running and reduces chafing, retains shape, stretches further than other fabrics, and uses mesh to maximize breathability during cardio heavy training.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2024
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for no
Adverb
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Benn, a 17-year veteran, played with a visor for the first time in 1,216 career games, leaving Nashville center Ryan O'Reilly, Minnesota defenseman Zach Bogosian, and Sharks winger Ryan Reaves as the last three active players who have never worn a visor in an NHL game.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Despite some promising opportunities late, the equalizer never came as the Comets fell to a third consecutive defeat.—
Nathan Dunn,
Kansas City Star,
13 Jan. 2026
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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To become Florida law, bills need to survive committee hearings, pass votes in the House and Senate and avoid the governor’s veto pen.—
Ryan Ballogg,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Congress attempted to rein in that authority after the Vietnam War with the War Powers Resolution, passed over Republican President Richard Nixon’s veto.—
Joey Cappelletti,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Powell argued that the DOJ is using the renovation and Congress’ oversight role of the Fed as a pretext for its probe, asserting the inquiry is because of his refusal to bend to Trump’s demands on interest rates.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
12 Jan. 2026
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But the sleekness, the coy refusal to play the big and obvious dress game, propelled the look into a new definition of cool.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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With Cornyn not on the floor, the vote for more than 25 minutes was stuck at 56 ayes and 40 nays, with three other GOP senators, Rick Scott of Florida, Wisconsin’s Ron Johnson and Mike Lee of Utah, not voting, for unclear reasons.—
Emily Wilkins,Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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Colorado's delegation has voted on the funding measures along party lines, including nays lodged again Wednesday by Bennet and Sen. John Hickenlooper, both Democrats.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The move marks a clear departure from Washington’s earlier stance, which presumed rejection of nearly all such requests.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Jan. 2026
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Despite this rejection, the board moved forward with plans to take on $2 million in new debt and to allow for more than 500 members to generate more revenue.—
Chase Jordan
January 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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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The details of this hotel’s past hardly bear repeating.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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Brock Bowers is one of the best at his position in the world but the tight end is hardly the most vocal of sorts.—
Ed Graney Las Vegas Review-Journal,
Arkansas Online,
21 Jan. 2026
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“No.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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