Definitions

but

[buht, buht] / bʌt, bət /

CONJUNCTION

indicating contrast

Synonyms

WEAK

although however nevertheless on the other hand still though yet

CONJUNCTION

indicating an exception

Synonyms

WEAK

aside from barring disregarding except not including omitting passing over without

PREPOSITION

indicating contrast

Synonyms

WEAK

although however nevertheless on the other hand still though

PREPOSITION

indicating an exception

Synonyms

WEAK

aside from barring disregarding except not including omitting passing over without

Usage

What are other ways to say but? The conjunction but marks an opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. However indicates a less marked opposition, but displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return. Nevertheless implies a concession, something which should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. Still implies that in spite of a preceding concession, something must be considered as possible or even inevitable: We have to go on foot; still (“it is probable and possible that”), we'll get there. Yet implies that in spite of a preceding concession, there is still a chance for a different outcome: We are going; yet (“in spite of all, some day”), we shall return.

Example Sentences

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With one week until the Feb. 5 trade deadline, it’s unlikely the L.A. teams will make a big splash, but there are some solid role players available to bolster rosters.

From Los Angeles Times

Police took two suspects into custody but a third person was still outstanding as of 9 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times

Reedy said he was there with his family, but left them at one point to confront L.A.

From Los Angeles Times

There are signs the employment market is stabilising - job creation is sluggish but the unemployment rate has ticked lower.

From BBC

The Welsh government, which previously announced plans for "small changes" to the rules, said it recognised the "strength of feeling" but added 60% of self-catering businesses had met the target.

From BBC

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