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by no means

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  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]


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Such a view is by no means unanimous, though.

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

"This is by no means the end of the AI trade, but it does suggest that valuations had become stretched in parts of the market."

From Barron's Jun. 9, 2026

The hyperscalers’ valuations “have by no means peaked,” in Keirstead’s opinion.

From MarketWatch Jun. 4, 2026

And like I said, I'm not the finished article by no means.

From BBC Jun. 4, 2026

But this is by no means the most exciting thing that will happen on the day of your visit.

From "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl

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