Phrase guide

no fair

adj · intj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Unfair.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: childish, not-comparable

Examples

  • It's no fair that you each got a handful of candies and I just got what was left.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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intj

Meaning 2

That is not fair; a protest against unjust behaviour.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: childish

Examples

  • What? My brother got a bigger slice! No fair!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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