shan't
Americancontraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Marvel Studios cannot, will not, shan't be stopped.
From Salon ● May 18, 2022
“If things go wrong, nobody can blame you for it. You have no policies to shape and precedent says you shan’t say anything.”
From Washington Post ● Dec. 14, 2021
“I shan’t be selling the club until we win something. Not at any price.”
From New York Times ● May 24, 2015
Wishing you all a merry Christmas, but I shan't be home for it.
From BBC ● Dec. 2, 2013
“I’ll go away if I must; but I shan’t amuse myself. You know that I only live when I am near you.”
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
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