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What is another way of saying does not?

Here are some alternatives to "does not," depending on the context and desired tone:

Formal:

* Is not

* Has not

* Lacks

* Fails to

* Is devoid of

* Is absent of

* Is without

Informal:

* Doesn't

* Ain't (informal, can be considered slang)

* Hasn't got

* Is no

* Don't (if the verb is "do")

More specific:

* Is contrary to

* Is incompatible with

* Is inconsistent with

* Is the opposite of

Figurative:

* Is far from

* Is a long way from

* Is nowhere near

Example:

* "The cat does not like the dog." could be rewritten as:

* "The cat is not fond of the dog."

* "The cat lacks affection for the dog."

* "The cat hasn't got a liking for the dog."

The best alternative depends on the specific situation and the desired tone of your writing or speech.

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