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N1
〜たりとも〜ない
Meaning
Cites the smallest quantity or unit and strongly denies that even that exists or is permitted. Followed by a negative form such as 「〜ない」.
Examples
- 試合中は一瞬たりとも気を抜いてはいけない。 During a match, you must not let your guard down even for a single moment.
- 水不足の現在、一滴たりとも水を無駄にすることはできない。 With the current water shortage, we cannot waste even a single drop of water.