by no means

phrase

Synonyms of by no meansnext
: in no way : not at all

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Slowly, and at times with great drama, their outlooks move closer towards each other, and Derek vs Derek by no means takes sides. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 27 Oct. 2026 The hope, however, is that property fundamentals will improve and interest rates will come down, but that is by no means guaranteed. — Diana Olick, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026 The poet’s language is fractured but by no means meaningless. — Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026 Wheeler junior running back Levi Murray is by no means looking ahead. — Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for by no means

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of by no means was in the 15th century

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