whether or not

Idioms  

1. Also, whether or no. Regardless of whether, no matter if. For example, Whether or not it rains, we're going to walk to the theater, or She plans to sing at the wedding, whether or no anyone asks her to. The negative element in these constructions may also follow the subject and verb, as in I have to attend, whether I want to or not. [c. 1600]

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whether or not

“That’s your decision in regard to whether or not you use it,” said Norman Weekes, the AI literacy educator and entrepreneur who presented the topic to the group.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

As for whether or not it ultimately leads to declines in the broader index, history doesn’t offer a clear verdict.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 6, 2026

When asked about the legality of the protest she said: "Others will determine whether or not that is in fact the case."

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

History contends whether or not this really happened.

From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026

Her tone is curious and light, as though she truly does not remember whether or not such a thing occurred.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern