"not to do the tests" vs "nor to do the tests"

Question

"not to do the tests" vs "nor to do the tests"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Nor to do the tests' is used in a negative construction following 'neither,' 'either,' or 'not only,' while 'not to do the tests' is a more general negative construction.

Last Updated: March 17, 2024

This phrase is a general way to express a negative idea without the need for a specific structure.

Alternatives:

to not do the tests
to avoid doing the tests
to skip the tests

This phrase is used to express a negative idea in a parallel structure, often following 'neither,' 'either,' or 'not only.'

Examples:

She can neither dance nor sing.
He is not only smart but also kind.
I don't like either coffee nor tea.

Alternatives:

neither to do the tests
either to do the tests
not only to do the tests

Answer 1

not to do the tests

This phrase is a general negative construction and can be used independently without the need for a specific structure.

Answer 2

nor to do the tests

This phrase is correct when used in a negative construction following 'neither,' 'either,' or 'not only.'

"not to do the tests" vs "nor to do the tests"

not to do the tests

nor to do the tests

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