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but

[buht, buht] / bʌt, bət /






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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“He’s in the picture, but I do think that coming back from the shoulder, it’s going to take some time,” Roberts said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Impossible to say, but keeps me waking up early to look each day!” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

It appeared to be a tragic, but not uncommon, accident.

From BBC

Ultimately, Newcastle - who were on the wrong end of the majority of the calls - progressed into the last 16, but manager Eddie Howe couldn't hide his disappointment with the officials.

From BBC

Maybe there was an urge to gloat after the 31-20 triumph, but he resisted.

From BBC