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Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial if not has 1 sense
  1. if not - perhaps; indicating possibility of being more remarkable (greater or better or sooner) than; "will yield 10% if not more"; "pretty if not actually beautiful"; "let's meet tonight if not sooner"

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If Not

Definition:

The phrase "if not" is used to express an alternative or contrasting possibility in a hypothetical situation or proposal.

Usage:

  1. Adverb:
    • She might be a genius, if not a prodigy.
    • He was influential, if not a true leader.
  2. Conjunction:
    • If not managed effectively, the project might fail.
    • She will accomplish her goals, if not today, then tomorrow.

Sample sentences:

  1. Adverb:
    • The play was captivating, if not mesmerizing.
    • They were disappointed, if not devastated, by the news.
  2. Conjunction:
    • He will attend the party if not busy with work.
    • If not treated promptly, the infection may worsen.

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