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8th September 2025

Not in a million years

We use this expression to say that we will never do something or that something will never happen
Usage
Written: 
No
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
Mike, do you think you'll ever work in London again.
Not in a million years. I hate the place.
Example 2
Do you think England will ever win the world cup again?
Not in a million years. Not with the current players

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