What is another word for I hope not?

Pronunciation: [a͡ɪ hˈə͡ʊp nˈɒt] (IPA)

There are several synonyms for the phrase "I hope not". One of the most common is "hopefully not". This phrase indicates that the speaker is expressing a desire that something does not happen. Another similar phrase is "let's hope not". This implies that the speaker and the listener share the same hope. Another way to express the same sentiment is to say "I pray not". This phrase has a slightly more religious connotation. Finally, some people might choose to simply say "no", although this can be perceived as more abrupt and less polite than the other options. In any case, there are many ways to express the sentiment of hoping that something does not occur.

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What are the hypernyms for I hope not?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with I hope not

  • I may err in judgment, but I hope not in intention.
    Edward Blake
  • If we are to believe that our immigration laws simply have no value, as our current policies would have us believe, should we then simply throw them all out, the entire lot of immigration law? I hope not.
    John Linder
  • I play the father in the scene when Will and Tommy go back to Tommy's old apartment. It was a big mistake. I hope not to be in the next movie I direct.
    Barry Sonnenfeld
  • When I grew up, people said, 'You'll never be the man your dad was.' And I said, 'Gee, I hope not.'
    Rip Torn
  • I have followed my ear and my heart, which may be false. I hope not.
    F. S. Flint

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