〜ずにはすまない
Formation
N1LimitationFormal/StiffBusinessLaw
Variations
ではすまない
ずには済まない
では済まない
Meaning
Indicates that one must perform a certain action due to the circumstances, social common sense, or feelings of obligation. It implies that failing to do so would be unacceptable or unforgivable.
Examples
これだけの損害を与えたのだから、謝らずにはすまない。
Since I've caused this much damage, I must apologize.
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