Element FORM/USE: 'NEITHER'
SuperCat NEGATION
SubCat negation
Lexical Range N/A
Level C2
Cando Can use 'Neither' or 'Nor' + with 'do' or 'be' + inverted subject to add to a previous related negative clause, to focus on an additional negative factor.
Corrected Learner Example There are also considerable disturbances during day-time. It is, for example, not possible to lead a conversation, e.g. on the veranda, without shouting. Nor is it possible to watch television peacefully without the thunderous noise in the background. (Germany; C2 MASTERY; 1993; German; Pass)

At first, I didn?t pay attention to the large number of magazines and newspapers she subscribed to. Neither did I oppose her 'need' to get new clothes every month. (Spain; C2 MASTERY; 1998; Catalan; Pass)
Uncorrected Learner Example
Comments This is a very low frequency form in the CLC.

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