How to Use "But" with Example Sentences

but (conj): used when connecting two different things that are not in agreement

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Example sentences:

"I want to go to the party, but I am so tired."

"I like her, but I don't like her friend."

"I studied for the test, but I don't think I did well."

"I'm hungry, but I have nothing to eat."

"I need to go home, but all of the flights are cancelled."

"I want to buy a car, but I don't have any money."

"I want to call her, but I don't have her phone number."

"I need to finish this project, but I don't have enough time."

but (prep): other than

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Example sentences:

"There was no one at the library but me."

"Don't tell anyone but your sister."

"I haven't seen anyone here but him."

"There is nothing here, but junk."

"She has nothing but nice things to say about you."