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    but
    [bət]
    conjunction
    1. used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned:
      "he stumbled but didn't fall" · "this is one principle, but it is not the only one" · "the problem is not that they are cutting down trees, but that they are doing it in a predatory way" · "I am clean but you are dirty"
      Opposite:
      and
    2. used to indicate the impossibility of anything other than what is being stated:
      "one cannot but sympathize" · "there was nothing they could do but swallow their pride" · "they had no alternative but to follow"
      Similar:
      except
      (do) other than
      otherwise than
    3. used to introduce a response expressing a feeling such as surprise or anger:
      "but that's an incredible saving!" · "but why?"
    4. used after an expression of apology for what one is about to say:
      "I'm sorry, but I can't pay you"
    5. archaic
      without it being the case that:
      "it never rains but it pours"
    preposition
    1. except; apart from; other than:
      "in Texas, we were never anything but poor" · "the last but one" · "I trusted no one but him"
      Opposite:
      including
      • used with repetition of certain words to give emphasis:
        "nobody, but nobody, was going to stop her"
    adverb
    but (adverb)
    1. no more than; only:
      "he is but a shadow of his former self" · "choose from a colorful array of oranges, cherries, and raspberries, to name but a few"
    noun
    but (noun) · buts (plural noun)
    1. an argument against something; an objection:
      "no buts—just get out of here" · "as with all these proposals, ifs and buts abound"
    Origin
    Old English be-ūtan, būtan, būta ‘outside, without, except’ (see by, out).
    but
    [bət]
    noun
    SCOTTISH ENGLISH
    but (noun) · buts (plural noun)
    1. an outer room, especially in a two-roomed cottage.
    Origin
    early 18th century: from but in the early sense ‘outside’, specifically ‘into the outer part of a house’.
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  2. Starts With
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    BUT in a Sentence Examples: 21 Ways to Use But

    Learn 21 ways to use but in a sentence to show contrast, exception, or condition. See examples of but for kids and adults, and tips on how to place but correctly.

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  3. Cambridge Dictionary
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    Using the word ‘but’: a brief guide to sincerity & clarity

    Jun 4, 2017 · ‘But’ is a conjunction used to introduce something contrasting with what has already been mentioned. This is fine, except when ‘but’ is used in complex situations where communication...

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    What does 'but' mean?
    But means ‘except’ when it is used after words such as all, everything/nothing, everyone/no one, everybody/nobody: The cleaning is done now, all but the floors. They still have to be washed. I arrived at the airport and realised that I’d brought everything but my passport! Everyone but Anna has checked in.

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    What is the function of 'but'?
    Another function of 'but' is to act as an adverb. It can modify verbs or adjectives. It is called 'concession' because it shows contrast. Look at the following examples for more clarification: The least they could do is but help. She is but a mere ghost now.

    How to Use "But" in English? - LanGeek

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    How do you use 'but' in English?
    Take a look below to understand how it can be used in spoken English: A : I wasn't able to make it. B : But at least you tried it. A : The teacher belittled our victory today. B : But that's our greatest achievement. When we want to disagree with someone, we can use 'but'.

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    What is the difference between 'but' and 'However'?
    The only difference is that 'but' functions as a conjunction, and 'however' is used as an adverb. You may have used the word 'but' many times. It can be used a conjunction, an adverb, a preposition, and a noun.

    How to Use "But" in English? - LanGeek

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    What does the word “but” mean in a sentence?
    In this sentence, the word “but” indicates a shift from the initial desire to go to the park to the obstacle of rain. Another important point to keep in mind is that but is often used to introduce a second clause that contradicts the first clause. For instance, “She told me she was busy, but she still found time to call.”

    BUT in a Sentence Examples: 21 Ways to Use But - Starts With

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    How do you use 'but' in a sentence?
    'But' is used to show the contrast between two words, phrases, or clauses. Please note that both ideas are equally important. Look below: I wanted to talk this out, but you keep pushing me away. As you can see, the two ideas oppose one another. That girl is caring but distant. Here, two words are joined by the conjunction. Warning!

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  8. Grammarly
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    When to Put a Comma Before or After “But” - Grammarly

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  9. Merriam Webster
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    But Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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  10. Cambridge Dictionary
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    How to Use "But" in English? - LanGeek

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    But vs. However - What's the Difference? - This vs. That

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