When to use nor with not

Nor is a conjunction often used with words like "neither" and "not." This article will explore the various ways to use "nor" in a sentence and provide examples for better understanding.

How to Use Nor?

1.

Using "Nor" as a Coordinating Conjunction

"Nor" is a coordinating conjunction that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal rank. It is used in conjunction with other negation words, such as "neither" and "not," to form what is known as a correlative pair. 

Examples:

• Neither Sam nor Emily attended the party.
• The restaurant serves neither meat nor dairy products.
• The team was neither motivated nor prepared for the game.
• She can neither sing nor dance.

2.

Using it in a Verb Agreement

In a correlative pair, such as "neither...nor" the number of the component closest to the verb also affects the verb number.

Consider the following examples:

• Neither the cats nor the dog is allowed on the couch.
• Neither the book nor the magazines belong to me.
• Neither the
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