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BUT

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

And nothing more

Example:

hopes that last but a moment

Synonyms:

but; just; merely; only; simply

Classified under:

Adverbs

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 Context examples: 

Microorganisms play important roles in the health and protection of coral reefs, but exploring these roles can be difficult because of the lack of unspoiled reef systems throughout the global ocean.

(Microbes reflect the health of coral reefs, National Science Foundation)

Such devices are now, in effect, compact but powerful pocket-sized computers with high-performance cameras, various sensors, and multiple communications capabilities (Bluetooth, WiFi, and mobile networks).

(Scientists design platform to conduct chemical analysis using a smartphone, University of Granada)

This high-temperature requirement is challenging to operate inside a vehicle, but such temperatures are also reached in conventional internal combustion engines.

(New, high-energy rechargeable batteries, NSF)

Eating chocolate may have some health pluses, but the research is far from certain.

(Can Chocolate Really Be Good for You?, The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin)

But death in its more sordid and terrible aspects was a thing with which I had been unacquainted till now.

(The Sea-Wolf, by Jack London)

Then he did not stay to think about the matter, but paid what was asked, and his brothers were given up, and went on with him towards their home.

(Fairy Tales, by The Brothers Grimm)

He tried to sniff noses with her, but she retreated playfully and coyly.

(White Fang, by Jack London)

But, like many fond parents, I have in my heart of hearts a favourite child.

(David Copperfield, by Charles Dickens)

A. piechaudii is normally found in soil but has been isolated from human clinical material.

(Achromobacter piechaudii, NCI Thesaurus)

A. dentrificans is normally found in soil but has been isolated from human clinical specimens.

(Achromobacter denitrificans, NCI Thesaurus)