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no
/noʊ/
a negative response or denial
She answered no to the question.
She refused or declined the question.
informal
a negative response or refusal
He said no to the offer.
He declined the offer.
Commonly used in everyday conversation to express refusal or disagreement.
general
not any
There is no way to solve this problem.
There is no solution to this problem.
Used to indicate the absence or lack of something.
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'no' to politely decline or disagree with someone.
Gold Rule
Politeness
In formal contexts, consider using 'no' with additional polite phrases like 'I'm afraid not'.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'no', from Old English 'nā', from Proto-Germanic 'nē' (not).
Usage Notes
Used to express disagreement, refusal, or the absence of something. Often used in responses to questions or statements.
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