I wouldn't dream of it

5th January 2024

We use this expression to say that we completely refuse a suggestion or idea - often to be polite.

Usage

Written:

Yes

Spoken:

Yes

Formal:

Yes

Informal:

Yes

Example 1

If you found £100 in the street, would you keep it?

I wouldn't dream of it. I'd go straight to the police with the money.

Example 2

Here, you can drop me here and I can walk the rest of the way home.

No. I wouldn't dream of it - it's dark and it's late, so I'll drive you home.

Thanks, that's so kind of you.