〜たりとも

Formation

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Dict. Form
Noun
たりとも

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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