〜たりとも
Formation
N1LimitationLiterary
Meaning
Used to emphasize that even the smallest amount or the least possible instance of something is not allowed or does not happen. Usually used with a negative expression.
Examples
一刻たりとも無駄にはできない。
We cannot waste even a single moment.
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