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  1. noun Informal Something unacceptable or impermissible: "Even though his company wasn't the one involved in the case, what he did is considered a definite no-no” (Mike Royko).
  2. noun Informal A social blunder; a faux pas.

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  • The use of planted questioners is a no-no at presidential news conferences, because it sends a message to the world -- Iran included -- that the American press isn't as free as advertised. —  Original Signal - Transmitting Buzz
  • Common belief seems to be that drinking while breastfeeding is a no-no, but from what I've read, moderate alcohol use poses virtually no harm to a breastfeeding infant. —  feminist blogs
  • Ever since the onset of the Internet, I've heard that typing in all caps is a no-no, it's considered impolite and yelling, yet, some people just don't get it —  Answerbag: Latest Questions in Question Categories
  • The new law clarifies the earlier law to include that texting -- not just using a hand-held cell phone while driving -- is a no-no for adult drivers. —  Ask Patty - Automotive Advice for Women
  • She made me duck down as she drove out of the stadium-another potential no-no, apparently-and soon enough I was at Penn Station. —  Vice Magazine
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