Have/want none of something

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phrase

To refuse or not want to accept any of something.

He was offered a promotion, but he wants none of it because it would mean more responsibility.
Visual representation of "have/want none of something" - To refuse or not want to accept any of something.

Often appears as...

  • have none of that
  • want none of it
Definition 1 of 3
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Refusal Emphasis

The phrase adds strong emphasis to someone's refusal or reluctance to accept something.

Illustration for Refusal Emphasis
She offered to help him, but he had none of it.
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Personal Choice

Use this phrase when emphasizing a personal decision to reject something.

Illustration for Personal Choice
Everyone was going out, but I wanted none of it.
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Negative Association

It suggests a negative opinion or feeling towards what is being declined.

Illustration for Negative Association
He wants none of that plan; he thinks it's doomed to fail.
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