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except for

CONJUNCTION
unless
Synonyms
WEAK
but except excepting that if not lest saving without

Example Sentences

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On Sunday morning, the Washington Hilton appeared back to normal, except for the presence of journalists using the hotel as a backdrop for their live shots.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

It was all quiet and business as usual, except for the roaring trucks that were spraying foamy "detergent" on the pavement.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

"Production of ozone-depleting substances has pretty much ceased around the world except for this one use, which is when you have a chemical you convert into something else."

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

Everything went perfectly that day - except for his half-time interview, which left French broadcasters perplexed.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

And the Mountain was silent, except for the birds.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda