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UK//ˈnʌθɪŋ tə ɡəʊ ɒn//US//ˈnʌθɪŋ tə ɡoʊ ɑn//

Meaning of Nothing to go on

A phrase indicating a lack of information or data to proceed.

In simple words: No information or clues available to help.

Nothing to go on in a sentence

  • I looked into the case, but I had nothing to go on.
  • Without any evidence, we have nothing to go on.
  • The investigation stalled because there was nothing to go on.
  • I started the project, but now I have nothing to go on.
  • He said he was lost in the woods with nothing to go on.

How to use Nothing to go on

Used in informal settings to express lack of information. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of having no starting point—nothing to use.

Related words

Collocations with Nothing to go on

  • have nothing to go on
  • give nothing to go on
  • find nothing to go on

Synonyms for Nothing to go on

  • no clues
  • no hints
  • no leads

Common mistakes with Nothing to go on

  • Confused with 'nothing to do with', which means unrelated.
  • Using in too formal a context, like academic writing.

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Frequently asked questions about Nothing to go on

What does Nothing to go on mean?

No information or clues available to help.

What is the definition of Nothing to go on?

A phrase indicating a lack of information or data to proceed.

How do you use Nothing to go on in a sentence?

I looked into the case, but I had nothing to go on.

Can you give another example of Nothing to go on?

Without any evidence, we have nothing to go on.

What are synonyms for Nothing to go on?

Common alternatives include no clues, no hints, no leads.

What words go with Nothing to go on?

It commonly pairs with have nothing to go on, give nothing to go on, find nothing to go on.

What are common mistakes when using Nothing to go on?

Confused with 'nothing to do with', which means unrelated. Using in too formal a context, like academic writing.

How do you pronounce Nothing to go on?

US: //ˈnʌθɪŋ tə ɡoʊ ɑn//, UK: //ˈnʌθɪŋ tə ɡəʊ ɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Nothing to go on formal or informal?

"Nothing to go on" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Nothing to go on?

Used in informal settings to express lack of information. Avoid in formal writing.