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GrammarJLPT N4
no choice but
Expressionい-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. having no choice but to ...
  2. 2. all one can do is ...
  3. 3. having nothing but ...
This grammar pattern attaches to a noun or verb and expresses that there is no other option but to do something, or that something is the only possibility. It conveys a sense of having no choice and is often used when describing a situation with limited options.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I thought to myself, "I guess I just have to wait."

Sentence 2

At this rate, we're just going to lose.

Sentence 3

I just have to trust again.

Sentence 4

The schedule changed, so I have no choice but to reach out.

Sentence 5

If it's gone, I just have to make it again.