noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'do' is a noun referring to a specific action or task.
verb A word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. In this case, 'do' is the main verb of the sentence.
adverb A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb. In this case, 'never' is modifying the verb 'do' by indicating that the action will not happen at any time.
pronoun A word that can replace a noun or noun phrase. In this case, 'it' is referring to something previously mentioned or understood.
Parents may use this phrase to set boundaries or express disapproval towards a child's actions
Commonly used by teachers to express dissatisfaction with a student's work or behavior
May be used by customer service representatives to convey that a customer's request or complaint cannot be accommodated
Used in polite conversation to politely decline a suggestion or request
Used to indicate that something is unacceptable or inadequate in a formal or professional context
A writer may use the phrase 'it/that will never do' when critiquing a piece of writing or suggesting revisions to improve the quality of the work.
A psychologist may use the phrase 'it/that will never do' when discussing ineffective coping mechanisms or behaviors with a client, and suggesting more adaptive strategies.
A teacher may use the phrase 'it/that will never do' when providing feedback on a student's work that does not meet the expected standards or requirements.
A manager may use the phrase 'it/that will never do' when addressing subpar performance or behavior in the workplace, and setting expectations for improvement.
A designer may use the phrase 'it/that will never do' when reviewing a design that does not meet the client's specifications or fails to effectively communicate the intended message.