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not at all

idiom
Meaning

You use this to make a 'no' stronger, or to reply politely when someone thanks you. It can mean 'absolutely no' or 'it was no trouble'.


Examples
SIMPLE

I am not at all tired after the walk.

CONTEXTUAL

When he thanked me for the ride, I told him it was not at all a problem.

COMPLEX

The witness was not at all convinced by the suspect's story, despite the calm and professional tone of the explanation.

Last updated April 22, 2026