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Synonyms

by no means

Idioms  

  1. 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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However, the weakness of the UK's jobs market and sluggish economic growth means a rate rise is by no means certain either.

From BBC

There have been glimpses of quality during his time at Villa, but it is by no means certain he will stay there beyond the end of the season.

From BBC

The combination of shopping and green space is by no means a new phenomenon.

From Los Angeles Times

Yet, while R9 was by no means finished, his injuries opened the door for others to stake their claim - so who is the greatest centre-forward of the 21st Century?

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And while Gafcon draws much of its support from Africa, the view on the continent is by no means monolithic.

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