Not in the slightest

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phrase

Used to express complete denial or negation.

I am not in the slightest interested in the game.
Visual representation of "not in the slightest" - Used to express complete denial or negation

Often appears as...

  • not in the slightest interested
  • not in the slightest bit affected

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "not in the slightest"
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Emphatic Negation

The phrase emphasizes strong denial of feeling, interest, or connection.

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She was not in the slightest moved by the movie.
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Complete Indifference

It conveys total lack of concern or interest, often used to dismiss something as unimportant.

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He's not in the slightest worried about the exam.
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Colloquial Usage

Used mainly in informal contexts like casual conversations rather than formal speech or writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
No, I'm not in the slightest offended by your joke.
Visual representation of the word "Not in the slightest"

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