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GrammarJLPT N2
not easily
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. not easily
A grammatical pattern using an adverb combined with a negative verb form to express that something is not happening as easily or quickly as expected. For example, it can mean "just won't happen" or "can't seem to do no matter what."

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

The weight just won't come off, but my appetite keeps growing.

Sentence 2

No matter how far I read, that philosophy book just won't sink in.

Sentence 3

The news was shocking, but it still doesn't feel real somehow.

Sentence 4

It's so windy, the laundry just won't dry!

Sentence 5

I can smell dinner cooking, but my family just won't come home.