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Neither

usgb/ˈniːðər,ˈnaɪðər/Volume
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Negative Phrases

Use 'neither' for connecting negative phrases without repeating 'not'.

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The car is neither fast nor reliable.
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Paired With 'Nor'

'Neither' is often paired with 'nor' to discuss two negative choices or situations.

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Neither the manager nor the employees were happy with the decision.
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Emphasize Rejection

Use 'neither' to emphasize rejection or denial of two elements or scenarios.

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He offered me coffee or tea, but I wanted neither.
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