take no for an answer

take no for an answer

English

Verb

take no for an answer

1. (idiomatic) To accept a disappointing response.

Usage notes

• Chiefly used in the negative to indicate perseverance: "He won't take no for an answer."

Translations

accept a disappointing response

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Finnish: hyväksyä kieltävä vastaus Russian: please add this translation if you can

See also

• insist