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no-go
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不行的, 不可行的
used to emphasize that something is completely impossible or prohibited
What is the origin of the idiom "no-go" and when to use it?
The idiom "no-go" is an informal expression that is used to convey that a plan, idea, or situation is not possible, will not work, or is prohibited. It originates from the aviation industry, where "go" means the aircraft is cleared for takeoff.
Example
The car would n't start this morning, so it 's a no-go for our road trip.
今天早上车子启动不了,所以我们的公路旅行不行的。
Trying to repair the old computer was a no-go; it was beyond repair.
尝试修复旧电脑是不行的;它已经无可修复。
02
不可行的, 无法运作的
not functioning properly or in suitable condition for proceeding