Chunk: let-alone
Formulaic Unit
Meaning: A conjunction-like phrase used immediately after a negative statement to emphasize that the next thing mentioned is even more impossible, unlikely, or difficult.
💬 Contextual Examples
- I don't even know how to boil an egg, let alone cook a full Thanksgiving dinner.
- He hasn't got the energy to walk, let alone run a marathon.
🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)
Practice 1: She doesn't have time to read an article, ______ alone a whole book.
Answer:
let
Practice 2: I can't afford a cheap hotel, let ______ a luxury resort.
Answer:
alone
🔗 Knowledge Base Connections
- 🔑 Parent Keyword: let