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GrammarJLPT N2

not necessarily

Expression

Definitions

1. not necessarily

This grammar pattern means "it is not necessarily the case that..." and is used to express that something is not always true. It follows a plain form verb or noun and is useful for making nuanced, cautious statements rather than absolute ones.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

People who talk fast aren't necessarily smarter, right?

Sentence 2

Something looking polished doesn't necessarily mean the substance is there.

Sentence 3

A drawn-out negotiation doesn't necessarily mean better terms.

Sentence 4

Bringing in a new system doesn't necessarily reduce the workload.

Sentence 5

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