Dear teachers,
Can I use a negative verb in "not only...but also" as in the below sentence, I know "neither...nor" is the most suitable one though? Thanks in advance.
Not only Susan but also Jane does not eat pork.

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Dear teachers,Can I use a negative verb in "not only...but also" as in the below sentence, I know "neither...nor" is the most suitable one though? Thanks in advance.Not only Susan but also Jane does not eat pork.

Clive · Accepted Answer

I wouldn't say that is wrong, but people will think your English is strange.

CalifJim · Answer

desk red 604Not only Susan but also Jane does not eat pork.

Oof! Not good. Stick with "Neither Susan nor Jane eats pork".

Also, could you please write only a very short description in your header and then write your whole question in the text box?

CJ

Dear teachers, Can I use a negative verb in "not only...but also" as in the below sentence, I know "neither...nor" is the most suitable one though? Thanks in advance. Not only Susan but also Jane does not eat pork.

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