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Meaning of no dice | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. An unacceptable alternative.
  2. An unfavorable result.
  3. Used to express a negative outcome or decision.

Examples

“We looked all over the house for it. No dice.”
“The board considered the proposal at the meeting, but no dice for now.”
“I′m a-gonna raise a fuss, I'm a-gonna raise a holler / About a-workin′ all summer just-a tryin' to earn a dollar / Every time I call my baby, try to get a date / My boss says "No dice son, you gotta work late"”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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