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Let alone

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Increasing Improbability

Use 'let alone' to highlight a progression from something improbable to even more so.

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He's not ready to run a 5k, let alone a marathon.
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Contrast Stressed

'Let alone' emphasizes contrast, not a comparison for similarities.

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She won't eat vegetables, let alone try exotic foods.
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Stark Contrast

The phrase often points to extreme differences between two elements.

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They struggle to boil water, let alone cook a three-course meal.
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