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cannot
can·not \ˈka-(ˌ)nät; kə-ˈnät, ka-ˈ\
Definition of CANNOT
: can not
— cannot but or cannot help but also cannot help
: to be unable to do otherwise than <we cannot but wonder why>
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First Known Use of CANNOT
15th century
Rhymes with CANNOT
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CANNOT HELP BUT Defined for Kids
cannot
can·not \ˈka-ˌnät, kə-ˈnät\
Definition of CANNOT for Kids
: can not <We cannot attend the party.>
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