Phrase of the day

Discover a new phrase each day to use in your English! These are special phrases and sayings that English speakers use all the time, but you don't often see these phrases in English course books or other study material. Visit daily to learn some popular English phrases on a regular basis.
4th January 2024

No way!

We use this expression to say we are completely against an idea or suggestion, or that we refuse to do something.
Usage
Written: 
No
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
Can I borrow your digital camera tomorrow?
No way! Every time I lend you something you lose it!
Example 2
Do you think England will win the match?
No way! They're just not good enough.

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