Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
not-to-take-no-for-an-answer
idiomatic expression
/nɒt tə teɪk noʊ fɔr ən ˈænsər/
Definition
A phrase used to describe someone who insists on getting their way and will not accept a refusal.
Examples
- She was not-to-take-no-for-an-answer when it came to securing a spot in the prestigious program.
- Even after being turned down twice, his not-to-take-no-for-an-answer attitude led him to eventually win the contract.
- In negotiations, it’s important to be assertive, but being not-to-take-no-for-an-answer can sometimes put others on the defensive.
Meaning
This expression conveys a determination to persist until a desired outcome is achieved, disregarding any objections or rejections along the way.
Synonyms
- Persistent
- Tenacious
- Unyielding
- Determined
- Resolute
