rather than

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Others are moving to smaller, more specialized models built for specific industries like real estate or finance, rather than giant general-purpose ones.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Landing the groundbreaking ride is typically a feat achieved by major park operators such as Disney and Comcast’s Universal Studios, rather than a regional destination like Dollywood.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

But it's actually called Foxfield, and is in Lisvane, Cardiff rather than the fictional Cotswolds countryside town of Rutshire, and could be yours for £8m.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

For a beaten-down software sector, and a humbled Palantir, the race is now on to prove the software rally is the start of a genuine second act rather than a temporary reprieve.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Less of an apology than a warning, something I hope will make them turn back rather than maneuver all their equipment to the fourth floor.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse