ne'er

adverb

ˈner How to pronounce ne'er (audio)
Definition of ne'ernext
as in never
at no time fare thee well, for ne'er shall I return

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never
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  • Former mayor Harry Sidhu went to prison on corruption charges, and the two parties never re-engaged on talks.
    — Sam Blum, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Peanut Butter Balls Homemade candy has never been easier, thanks to this four-ingredient recipe that’s ready in under an hour.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
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“Ne'er.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ne%27er. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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