I don't see why not

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1. can see no reason not to do something

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The phrase 'I don't see why not' is used in spoken English and means 'I can't find a reason not too'. If you say 'I don't see why not' you are giving your approval or permission for something to go-ahead. This phrase is used most often between parents and children. A common response to children asking for permission to do something is: "I don't see why not."

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  1. Child: Dad, can we go to the shops today? Dad: I'm not busy, so I don't see why not.
  2. John: Do you think we're allowed to walk here? Mary: It's public property, so I don't see why not.
  3. There's no double yellow lines, so I don't see why we can't park in this spot. 

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