rather
Example Sentences
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Brussels could take a risk-based approach, prohibiting features it views as harmful rather than banning platforms like Instagram, Snapchat or TikTok.
From Barron's • Jul. 9, 2026
Although most incidents involved accidental dosing or therapeutic mistakes rather than intentional misuse, the sheer size of the increase surprised the research team.
From Science Daily • Jul. 9, 2026
The VAR would merely be judging a foul - as was the case with Martinez - rather than a penalty.
From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026
As I wrote from prison, “We do not oppose dialogue with the government, nor do we confront it, but rather emphasize obedience to those in authority.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026
“I’d rather have a German shepherd as a partner,” I said.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
Vocabulary lists containing rather
