Neither
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Negative Phrases
Use 'neither' for connecting negative phrases without repeating 'not'. 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. 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. He offered me coffee or tea, but I wanted neither.