not popular; not allowed; not possible
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesverb/adjective
not popular; out of fashion
informalDescribes something that is no longer trendy or in style.
Embroidered shoes have been out of fashion here for a long time.
This style was still okay last year, but it's not popular this year.
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His theory doesn't hold water anymore.
verb
not allowed; must not
Used to express prohibition or strong disapproval of an action.
Bullying people is not allowed.
Smoking is not permitted here.
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Looking at your phone is not allowed during the exam.
When I say it's not allowed, it's not allowed.
verb
cannot; be unable to (used in rhetorical questions)
informalUsed exclusively in rhetorical questions to express that something is impossible or shouldn't be done. The structure often includes '干吗...吗？' or similar.
Why are you shouting, can't you speak a bit softer?
Can't you be a bit quieter?
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For such a small matter, can't you handle it yourself?