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Can "n't " and " + [pronoun]" be used with any verb?
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Thanks, that seems to work, but then again, whether or not it works with "not" isn't always obvious, I noticed for example "I know not [...]" can be used, tho it isn't common (I think I saw it in The Lord of the Rings or something), but that's something I haven't always known existed. And I've never encountered "known't"...
I know this exact example would pop up :)
It's kind of an archaic way of speaking to be sure. I don't think anyone in normal conversation has every day "I know not..." Without trying to be a bit silly.
By all means use it where ever you want and be silly. I know I do. I love destroying language!