noway
Americanadverb
adverb
Etymology
Origin of noway
Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; see origin at no 2, way 1
Example Sentences
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Now their answer was, first, that, however according to their owne plan, they could noway come upon any part of their ancieante grante.
From Bradford's History of 'Plimoth Plantation' From the Original Manuscript. With a Report of the Proceedings Incident to the Return of the Manuscript to Massachusetts by William Bradford
She was a little uncertain which way to turn, but noway uncertain of her business.
From The Doctor's Family by Mrs. (Margaret) Oliphant
Rose was cornered, and as she saw noway of extricating herself, she turned on her heel and walked away, muttering about the meanness of doing a charitable deed, and then boasting of it!
From The English Orphans by Mary Jane Holmes
My conscience flies in my face, and I can ease it noway but by betraying my master.
From Three Hours after Marriage by John Arbuthnot
Course, I couldn't go now and leave Henry, noway.
From Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves. Texas Narratives, Part 2 by Work Projects Administration
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