have/want none of it/that

have none of it/that

To refuse to accept something or to not want any involvement in something. I told Mom that the dog broke the vase, but she is having none of it. I've heard that reasoning before and I'll have none of that in my house. A: "The mayor wants you to join his team as a consultant?" B: "Yes, but City Hall right now is an utter disgrace. I'll have none of it in its current state!"

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want none of it/that

To refuse to accept something or to not want any involvement in something. I heard your proposal and I want none of it. Count me out. I've heard that reasoning before and I want none of that in my house.

See also: none, of, that, want

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have/want ˈnone of it/that

(informal) refuse to do, become involved in, accept or agree to something: She wants me to work late again this week but I’m having none of it. I’ve told her I won’t do it. ♢ The management has offered a 3% pay rise but the workers want none of it. They’re demanding a 10% increase.

See also: have, none, of, that, want

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