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Meaning of the word "under no circumstances" in English

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under no circumstances

US /ˈʌndər noʊ ˈsɜːrkəmstænsɪz/
UK /ˈʌndə nəʊ ˈsɜːkəmstənsɪz/

Phrase

never; absolutely not

Example:
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Under no circumstances should you open that door.
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I will under no circumstances tolerate such behavior.
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