Nothing

usgb/ˈnʌθɪŋ/
pronoun

Not anything, no single thing.

I have nothing to wear for the party
Visual representation of "nothing" - Not anything, no single thing

Often appears as...

  • nothing else
  • nothing much
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Visual representation of "nothing"
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Negative Emphasis

Used to emphasize the absence of anything within a specific context.

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There’s nothing in the fridge for dinner.
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Notable Exaggeration

Sometimes used to exaggerate the lack of options or solutions in a situation.

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There's nothing to do in this town!
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Literal Absence

It can literally mean the absence of anything at all, not just objects.

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When I opened the box, there was nothing inside.
Visual representation of the word "Nothing"

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