Idiom: not in the least
Meaning
Idiom: not in the least
- not in any way
Example sentences
— Since we moved our children have not in the least been happy because they miss their friends.
— Unfortunately, the people here are not in the least bit friendly or helpful.
— A: "Are you happy with your new teacher?" B: "Not in the least."
— I wasn't in the least bit interested in watching what I eat until my doctor said I had pre-hypertension and pre-diabetes.
— We weren't in the least bit surprised our daughter didn't get into Stanford but she was devastated not to get in.
— From your smile I guess you aren't in the least disappointed with your new car.
— I wasn't in the least interested in going to the movies but my boyfriend didn't want to go alone.
— My manager was not in the least apologetic for taking credit for my idea.
Synonyms
- don't hold your breath
- not on your life
- not under any circumstance
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