0
Anna Sophia Posted 16 years ago
Vocabulary

Anything but

Hi, could anyone explain to me what is actually meant by "Anything but..."

Example: Anything but ordinary. (what is the meaning of this sentence?)

Anything but perfect (what is the meaning of this sentence?)

Could you give some other examples together with the meanings?

Tq.
  

Top answer

"Example: Anything but ordinary. Tq. Hi Anna Welcome to the forums!

  • "Example: Anything but ordinary.
  • Tq.
  • Hi Anna Welcome to the forums!
  • It is anything but (adjective) is saying " it is the opposite of (adjective).
  • " That movie is anything but ordinary.
Free · every Monday

Get the Weekly English Kit 📬

New words, one handy idiom, and a 2-minute quiz — delivered to your inbox to keep your streak alive.

4 Answers
0
Anna SophiaHi, could anyone explain to me what is actually meant by "Anything but..."Example: Anything but ordinary. (what is the meaning of this sentence?) Anything but perfect (what is the meaning of this sentence?)Could you give some other examples together with the meanings?Tq.
Hi Anna
Welcome to the forums!

It is anything but
0
Thank you very much =)
0
Hi, I have another question in mind

Jonathan: Hey, Lana, can I, uh, interest you in a latte?
Lana: I'll pass - bad waitressing flashbacks. I brought over the produce order for the party.

I am wondering what Lana meant by I'll pass. Does that mean she agreed?
Could you give some other examples when I can use this word?

I also hope you can correct me if I m
0
"I'll pass" means "not this time, maybe next time."

The expression is common in a restaurant or bar when another round of drinks or dessert is offered.

After a big meal:

Waitress: Would you like to see a dessert menu?
Me: I'll pass.
My friend: "Just a cup of coffee, please."

Related Questions