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UK//nɒt ðiz//US//nɑt ðiz//

Meaning of Not these

Indicates items being referred to that should not be chosen.

In simple words: Not this or those items.

Not these in a sentence

  • I don't like these styles; please choose not these.
  • For dinner, let's not these vegetables, they look bad.
  • I'm selecting shoes, but definitely not these pairs.
  • In the meeting, I want to focus on the results, not these issues.
  • These reports are outdated; let's ignore not these.

How to use Not these

Used to indicate that certain items should be excluded; commonly used in casual conversations. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine rejecting items at a store - 'not these' emphasizes items you're pointing to.

Related words

Collocations with Not these

  • not these options
  • not these people
  • not these choices

Synonyms for Not these

  • not this
  • exclude these
  • reject these

Common mistakes with Not these

  • Using 'not these' when 'not those' is more appropriate.
  • Confusing 'these' with 'those' depending on proximity.
  • Using in formal contexts where a different phrase is needed.

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Frequently asked questions about Not these

What does Not these mean?

Not this or those items.

What is the definition of Not these?

Indicates items being referred to that should not be chosen.

How do you use Not these in a sentence?

I don't like these styles; please choose not these.

Can you give another example of Not these?

For dinner, let's not these vegetables, they look bad.

What are synonyms for Not these?

Common alternatives include not this, exclude these, reject these.

What words go with Not these?

It commonly pairs with not these options, not these people, not these choices.

What are common mistakes when using Not these?

Using 'not these' when 'not those' is more appropriate. Confusing 'these' with 'those' depending on proximity. Using in formal contexts where a different phrase is needed.

How do you pronounce Not these?

US: //nɑt ðiz//, UK: //nɒt ðiz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Not these formal or informal?

"Not these" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Not these?

Used to indicate that certain items should be excluded; commonly used in casual conversations. Avoid in formal writing.