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rather

[rath-er, rah-ther, rath-ur, rah-thur] / ˈræð ər, ˈrɑ ðər, ˈræðˈɜr, ˈrɑˈðɜr /




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Based on the findings, researchers suggest that some patients with persistent symptoms may benefit more from treatments focused on stress management and emotional regulation rather than therapies aimed only at reducing inflammation.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

He is relatively lucky; carts pay street trading fees rather than soaring rents and business rates.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

It exemplifies how the film treats its subjects as complex individuals rather than engaging them with condescension.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

As chairman of BP, Manifold’s inclination was to act like an executive chairman rather than as a more hands-off nonexecutive role, people familiar with his leadership style said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“It’s a rather complicated question, though, so would you mind if we sit down back in the lobby?”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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