While hiking along the stream, I paused to admire a bright orange touch-me-not hidden among the ferns.

When they proposed we break into the old theater for fun, I dryly replied let's not and say we did, so nobody had to risk getting in trouble.

When he asked me to lie for him, I replied, 'not on your nelly'.

The tour took us into a neighborhood that was not in Kansas anymore, full of neon lights and blaring horns.

The match scorecard showed did not bat next to three players' names after the early rain.

Thanks for staying late to finish the report. Not at all — I'm happy to help.

She was not at all surprised by the sudden announcement.

The captain praised the not out batsman for anchoring the innings.

I asked if the report was finished, and I'm afraid not.

I wish I could come to the picnic, but 'fraid not; I have to work late.