Not a hope

exp.

Heard in Dublin

Absolutely not; a firm and unequivocal refusal. Pronounced 'norra hope'.

In use

Not a hope o' me givin tha' muppet me skin and blister's number

Posh English

There is not the faintest chance of my furnishing that fool with my sister's telephone number.

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