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No can do

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Slang Usage

Used informally, often among friends or in casual conversations.

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Can you finish this project by tomorrow? No can do, that's unrealistic.
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Polite Refusal

A light-hearted or humorous way to say you can't do something without sounding rude.

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Could you cover my shift this weekend? Sorry, no can do! I have plans.
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Not Formal

Avoid using it in formal situations. Use 'I can't' or 'I cannot' instead.

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In a job interview, instead of saying 'no can do,' say 'I am unable to do that'.
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