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3/25/2025
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generous and friendly to guests or visitors
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What does "ain't" mean and how is it used?
— M. Salah , Egypt
"Ain't" can mean "am not," "are not," "is not," "have not," or "has not." It is very informal and is usually considered incorrect usage....
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