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Example Sentences

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She reminded me of my grandma, solid build with intense eyes, except Mystery Auntie had a very chill, welcoming vibe.

From Literature

Clare rushed to her side, searching her for wounds, but found nothing except silky, shimmering fur.

From Literature

"He didn't have anything except enthusiasm and talent, and he did have a talent," he said.

From BBC

All the plants are native, except for an olive tree he planted to remember the neighborhood’s past when olive groves filled the area before homes were built in the 1920s.

From Los Angeles Times

This wouldn’t be news except for the fact that the strike prices for the included stock options range from $1,116 a share to $3,727.

From Barron's