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Anymore

UK //ˌɛnɪˈmɔː// US //ˌɛnɪˈmɔr// Pronunciation

Definition

Used to indicate that something is no longer the case.

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In simple words: not anymore; no longer

Examples

• I don't live there anymore.
• She said she doesn't want to talk to him anymore.
• We can't go there anymore since it closed.

Usage notes

Use 'anymore' in negative sentences. Avoid in formal writing; prefer 'no longer' instead.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'any more' — if you have no more, it's 'anymore'.

Collocations

• not live anymore
• not work anymore
• not want anymore

Synonyms

• no longer
• not anymore
• not any longer

Antonyms

• no longer
• not anymore

Common mistakes

• Using 'anymore' in affirmative sentences (e.g., 'I eat cookies anymore').
• Confusing 'anymore' with 'any more'.
• Using 'anymore' in British English, where 'any more' is preferred.