doesn't
AmericanPronunciation
See isn't.
Usage
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Example Sentences
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“My garden doesn’t look designed because it isn’t. I’ve learned it’s OK if things aren’t perfect.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
“That’s not to say it’s wrong, but, in our experience, when we get to this level of euphoria, the forward-return profile on the S&P doesn’t look that good anymore.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Roberts is the only member of the conservative majority who doesn’t readily identify as an originalist.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
To some, that doesn’t inspire confidence that Nestlé has a grand plan to maintain strong sales of Hot Pockets and Toll House baking chocolate in the age of Ozempic.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
She always nods like she gets it, but I know she doesn’t.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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