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Term: but

Description:

In English, "but" is a versatile term used as a conjunction, preposition, adverb, noun, and verb. It can convey contrast, exceptions, restriction, contradiction, surprise, or mere divergence from an expected idea. This small word plays a significant role in connecting thoughts, phrases, clauses, or sentences in various contexts.

Senses and Usages:

1. Conjunction:

Used to introduce a phrase or clause contrasting with what has already been mentioned.

Example sentence: I wanted to go out but it started raining heavily.

2. Preposition:

Introducing something said or written that suggests a contrast or exception.

Example sentence: Everyone except John was invited to the party but he didn't mind.

3. Adverb:

Used to indicate the impossibility of anything other than what is being stated.

Example sentence: I had no choice but to forgive him.

4. Noun:

A position of being excluded or not considering a particular fact or thing.

Example sentence: She can't help but feel left out.

5. Verb:

Use the word "but" as a verb is archaic, rare, and not commonly used.

No example sentence available.