but good

Example Sentences

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With the pitch set to take spin later but good for now, first-innings runs are critical.

From BBC

This fine actress, playing a hard-living but good woman, proves Stanislavski’s adage that there are no small parts, only small actors.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s the type of swagger an opponent can’t wait to wipe off a coach’s mug, but good luck with that.

From The Wall Street Journal

Don’t expect a repeat of the past 12 months, but good old business execution should help push shares higher.

From Barron's

Mater and Pater Lumley could not, but good manners were good manners, after all.

From Literature