Never

usgb/ˈnevər/
adverb

At no time in the past or future; not ever.

She has never visited Africa before
Visual representation of "never" - At no time in the past or future; not ever

Often appears as...

  • never know
  • never forget
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Absolute Statement

Use 'never' to make a strong statement about not doing something anytime.

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I have never smoked.
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Past and Future

'Never' covers both past and future, indicating something hasn't and won't happen.

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He never went to college, nor does he intend to.
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