Synonyms

by no means

Idioms

Also, not by any means. In no way, certainly not. For example, He is by no means a weak opponent, or Not by any means will I go along with that decision. [Late 1400s]

Example Sentences

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by no means

Analysts warn that these savings are by no means guaranteed.

From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026

“It’s by no means looking better, but at least there’s movement,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026

Harrison, of course, was by no means alone.

From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2026

Such a view is by no means unanimous, though.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026

They were by no means the only ones making their way to the bookshop.

From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling

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