Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
not-on-your-life
idiom
/nɒt ɒn jɔːr laɪf/
Definition
A phrase used to express a strong refusal or disbelief regarding a particular situation or request.
Examples
- “Would you ever lend him your car? Not on your life!”
- “Are you going to that party after what happened? Not on your life!”
Meaning
This expression indicates that the speaker will not entertain or agree to something under any circumstances.
Synonyms
- “no way”
- “absolutely not”
- “not in a million years”
