はずがない

Alternative writings: 筈がない, はずが無い, 筈が無い
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An expression indicating strong disbelief or that something is highly unlikely or impossible. Often used as '〜のはずがない' to assert that something cannot be the case.

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Examples

彼がそんな失礼なことを言うはずがない。彼は礼儀正しい人だ。

There's no way he would say something so rude. He's a polite person.

明日は休みのはずがないよ。会社のカレンダーを見てごらん。

There's no way tomorrow is a holiday. Look at the company's calendar.

そんなに簡単に解決するはずがない。よく調べる必要がある。

It can't be solved that easily. We need to investigate thoroughly.

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