: being an area into which entry is forbidden or dangerous
no-go tourist areas
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There is talk about having cameras in dressing rooms, which for me is an absolute no-go.
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Oliver Kay, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2025
For that reason, skipping meals entirely is a no-go too.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 6 Aug. 2025
Eating or drinking is also a no-go, except for long-distance services like the bullet train, where bringing a bento box is practically imperative.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
That said, keep in mind that some destinations, such as Spain, celebrate their daily siesta, so midday may be a no-go.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
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Oliver Kay, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2025
For that reason, skipping meals entirely is a no-go too.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 6 Aug. 2025
Eating or drinking is also a no-go, except for long-distance services like the bullet train, where bringing a bento box is practically imperative.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
That said, keep in mind that some destinations, such as Spain, celebrate their daily siesta, so midday may be a no-go.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for no-go
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“No-go.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-go. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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