Definition & Meaning of "but"in English

but

used for introducing a word, phrase, or idea that is different to what has already been said

Examples

She loves to play soccer, but her sister prefers basketball.

The book was interesting, but the ending was a bit disappointing.

said to introduce a statement that displays one's surprise, anger, or disagreement

but

used to show exclusion or exception from a group or category

Examples

She has no one but herself to blame.

All but one of the students passed the exam.

but

used to introduce an exception to what was said before

just

merely

only

purely

simply

Examples

Everyone attended the meeting but John.

She ate everything on her plate but the vegetables.

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