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Can "n't " and " + [pronoun]" be used with any verb?
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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!