Phrase guide

not going anywhere

adj · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see not, go, anywhere.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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2

adj

Meaning 2

Able to be disregarded and dealt with later.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • You shouldn't get too anxious about your vacation next month. The beach is not going anywhere.

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3

adj

Meaning 3

Dependable; not inclined to leave or bail out unexpectedly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • You can count on me. I'm not going anywhere.

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4

adj

Meaning 4

Not making progress.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Examples

  • My research is not going anywhere.
  • His career is not going anywhere.

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History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Hungarian: nem megy sehová — able to be disregarded and dealt with later