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GrammarJLPT N2
not only
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. not only
This conjunction phrase means "not only... but also" and is used to indicate that something applies beyond a single item or group. It connects two related ideas, showing that the scope is broader than just the first thing mentioned.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

Which one are you going with? Price matters, but so does the warranty.

Sentence 2

That dish isn't just spicy — it has a really deep aroma.

Sentence 3

Oh right, he's not only into drinking — he's got a major sweet tooth too.

Sentence 4

Alright, today I'm tackling not just the cleaning but the paperwork too.

Sentence 5

The new policy affects not only employees but also our business partners.