as in never
in no way or under no circumstances
The food was so burnt that it was not edible.
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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 -
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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The Prince and Princess of Wales rarely share public displays of affection, making Porteous' cozy close-up a standout photo moment.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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As Saturday Night Live celebrated its 50th anniversary earlier this year, the discussion about the show’s legacy rarely focused on its comedy.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
1 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The different seat and the different beer worked as Spencer Bivens, seldom used in high-leverage situations, doused the flames.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
27 Sep. 2025
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Barkov is seldom the team’s leading goal scorer but usually tops in assists, as last season, an apt mirror of his selflessness.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Not.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/not. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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