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BoSsSy Posted 8 years ago
Grammar

Can I use double negation in this case?

Can I use double negation in this case?
"I have never been not ready"

which means "I have always been ready"

  

Top answer

HI I'd never say no to that The double negation is used in English, but only sparingly: perhaps use it only when you are making a special point Dave

— Dave_anon

  • HI I'd never say no to that The double negation is used in English, but only sparingly: perhaps use it only when you are making a special point Dave
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HI

I'd never say no to that

The double negation is used in English, but only sparingly: perhaps use it only when you are making a special point

Dave

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BoSsSyCan I use double negation in this case?"I have never been not ready"

I wouldn't do it, but you can.

This is the usual solution: I've never been unready.

CJ

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Personally, I disagree with the top answer. I think you should say "I've never not been ready."
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