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Not Definition & Meaning

1. Not: used to express the negative or opposite of a statement or situation.

Example: I am not going to the party tonight.

2. Not: used to indicate the absence or lack of something.

Example: The store does not have any more milk.

3. Not: used to negate a verb or adjective.

Example: She is not happy with her grades.

4. Not: used to express a contradiction or disagreement.

Example: I do not agree with your opinion.

5. Not: used to indicate a prohibition or restriction.

Example: You are not allowed to smoke in this building.

Examples of the word not used in sentences.

  • He does not have a cat, he has a dog.
  • I do not like spicy food.
  • It is not raining outside, it's sunny.
  • She is not happy with her job.
  • They did not go to the movies last night.
  • I do not like spicy food.
  • She is not feeling well today.
  • They did not enjoy the movie they watched last night.
  • He did not wake up early this morning.
  • We are not going to the beach this weekend.
  • Despite not having much experience, he was able to complete the task with the help of his team.
  • Unfortunately, I am not able to attend your party this weekend as I have other commitments.
  • She does not like spicy food, so we should avoid ordering anything with chili peppers.
  • I did not understand the instructions for this assignment, could you explain it to me again?
  • It is not recommended to leave your laptop plugged in overnight as it can damage the battery.
  • Despite his best efforts, John could not solve the complex mathematical equation in time.
  • It's not that I don't trust you, but I just want to double-check the details before making a decision.
  • Sarah was not feeling well, so she decided to skip her workout and rest instead.
  • Although the restaurant had great ambiance, the food was not up to par with our expectations.
  • The company's profits were not as high as expected due to a decrease in demand for their products.
  • His not wanting to take part in the company's unethical practices caused tension in the workplace.
  • Her efforts to improve her relationship with her father were met with not even a hint of acknowledgement.
  • The movie's plot was not as gripping as the critics had suggested.
  • The students were not permitted to leave the classroom until they had completed the exam.
  • Despite his persuasive arguments, the professor could not convince his students to accept his theory.
  • Not everyone values hard work and perseverance, which is a shame in today's society.
  • Despite being a renowned artist, his latest exhibition did not live up to its hype.
  • It is not uncommon for people to experience culture shock when they travel to foreign countries.
  • The company's decision to cut corners and not follow safety regulations led to a catastrophic accident.
  • Not all innovative ideas are successful in practice, as proven by many failed start-ups.
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