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Definition would never do in British English

would never do phrase

phrase
1

used for saying that something is not suitable or right. This expression is often used humorously

Example

It would never do to forget his birthday.

Example

Don't be late. That would never do!

Synonyms and related words
unsuitable inappropriate inconvenient
Definition would never do in British English