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not only do vs not only does

Both "not only do" and "not only does" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Not only do" is used when the subject of the sentence is plural, while "not only does" is used when the subject is singular.

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Last updated: October 17, 2024 • 11917 views

not only do

This phrase is correct when the subject is plural.

Use "not only do" when the subject is plural, followed by a verb. It is used to emphasize additional information or actions.

Examples:

Not only do they provide excellent service, but they also offer competitive prices.
Not only do the students study hard, but they also participate in extracurricular activities.

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Last updated: November 12, 2024

May 31, 2010 ... English Only. Not only do we have ..., but ..also... Thread starter sanne78; Start date May 31, 2010 · sanne78. Senior Member. France. Dutch.
Jun 8, 2021 ... It also can be used at the beginning of a sentence: Not only do the employees want better management, but they also want reduced working hours ...
I simply love going to karaoke! Not only do I get to show off my world-class singing chops, but I FINALLY get to change the lyrics to whatever I want...
Oct 3, 2024 ... 2089 likes, 32 comments - stevecaballero on October 3, 2024: "Not only do we exercise our bodies here at Hawks ramp, we sometimes get to ...
May 6, 2024 ... Life Update: Today, not only do I celebrate another go around the sun, but I officially head into a new professional chapter of my life as a ...
May 10, 2024 ... 25K likes, 194 comments - walkerhayes on May 9, 2024: "the.bluegillgrill is my new favorite place. Not only do they serve “Fancy Like” NA ...
Nov 11, 2023 ... Not only do I lose, it also drops this insult… Meme. r/ModernWarfareIII ...
Nov 29, 2020 ... 2683 likes, 11 comments - jennabarrientes on November 29, 2020: "my lulu not only do you constantly find ways to make others feel seen, ...
Aug 5, 2023 ... Not only do lagoons need more content, they need to be clearer. There are 2 mosasaurs (the LARGEST marine species) in the smallest lagoon size ...
Oct 23, 2024 ... Not only do I love Dr. Ben Goertzel's team at SingularityNET, I love their mission and the way the intend to make the world a better place.

Alternatives:

not only are
not only have

not only does

This phrase is correct when the subject is singular.

Use "not only does" when the subject is singular, followed by a verb. It is used to emphasize additional information or actions.

Examples:

Not only does she speak French fluently, but she also knows German.
Not only does the company focus on quality, but it also prioritizes customer satisfaction.

Show examples from the web [+]
Last updated: November 12, 2024

Feb 6, 2019 ... "Not only does he not give up his effort to improve his command of English, but he also comes up with his own ideas about how to master it."
Nov 7, 2023 ... Somebody said: Not only does God replace what you've lost, He upgrades it!
1 day ago ... Not only does Notre Dame look like a Playoff team now — it sounds like one too. SOUTH BEND, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 09: Riley Leonard #13 of the ...
Jun 8, 2021 ... Not only does the new teacher speak French, but he also speaks Spanish. John talks not only carelessly but also harshly. Not only you but ...
Jun 21, 2021 ... So not only does Ori have no paws, he's also got feathers instead of fur ... Check that!
Aug 17, 2023 ... 515 likes, 8 comments - deannaraybourn on August 17, 2023: "Not only does the Detroit airport have therapy dogs going gate to gate to ...
Jun 13, 2024 ... Seems if you got it alone, not only does Krillin follow but Master Roshi as well. ... Which leads to Roshi immobilizing Raditz so the Special Beam ...
Jul 30, 2021 ... Not only does Dr. Mike provide us expert insight everyday, he'll also pop a scope into your over commercial break if need be.
Sep 12, 2024 ... Not only does this poor little Kart get no love from World Circuits races, it also gets no love at all for Special Events either · Best · Top · New.
May 23, 2024 ... Not only does Sienna have the best Kindergarten teacher (Megan Harty) but her teacher also has the best new food truck on the SF scene.

Alternatives:

not only is
not only has

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