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CarolMontes Posted 6 years ago
Grammar

Three negations in the same sentence

It is not hatred that drives you to fight... neither is it ambition nor revenge.

Is it correct? Does it sound natural?

NOTE: "..." indicates a brief pause.

  

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Is it correct? Yes, it's fine. Is it natural?

— Clive

  • Is it correct?
  • Yes, it's fine.
  • Is it natural?
  • Yes, if you want to make a stylish speech.
  • It's not something you would say in everyday conversation.
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Is it correct? Yes, it's fine.

Is it natural? Yes, if you want to make a stylish speech. It's not something you would say in everyday conversation.

Clive

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This is not counted as a double negation.... it is a conjunction of negatives.

Double negatives:

I haven't got no money with me. (Not + no)
More examples here: https://examples.

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