as in else
in a different way
we cannot make it to the party other than by canceling the previous engagement
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as in except
not including
other than a new jacket, I bought no special clothes for the wedding
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Recent Examples of other (than)
Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 23 June 2025
There are unlikely to be many Republicans supporting the Kaine resolution other than Paul.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 23 June 2025
The Texas Legislature, with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick leading the charge, banned any consumable hemp product that contains a cannabinoid other than CBD and GBG, which do not produce a high.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2025
The exact terms of the ceasefire other than the timeline provided by the Trump remained to be seen.
—Aamer Madhani, Twin Cities, 23 June 2025
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Preposition
The Trump administration can deport migrants to third countries other than their homeland, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Monday, overturning a federal judge’s decision in Massachusetts that had stopped such deportations.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 23 June 2025
There are unlikely to be many Republicans supporting the Kaine resolution other than Paul.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 23 June 2025
The Texas Legislature, with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick leading the charge, banned any consumable hemp product that contains a cannabinoid other than CBD and GBG, which do not produce a high.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2025
The exact terms of the ceasefire other than the timeline provided by the Trump remained to be seen.
—Aamer Madhani, Twin Cities, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for other (than)
Adverb
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Rather than being beholden to someone else’s platform—like a television network—Cooper has been able to build her own.—
Lionel Lim,
Fortune,
19 June 2025
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But something else to ponder: If the 2025 Club World Cup is a bit of a wash-out, will 2029 attract enough money to offer a similar prize pot?—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
Preposition
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At Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, face masks are required in public areas, except when dining or swimming, capacity of public areas will be limited, and housekeeping and public area attendants will increase their cleaning procedures.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2020
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The city advised all residents to stay inside except those going to and from work and anyone seeking or giving emergency care, according to Mayor Eric Garcetti's official Twitter account.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
1 June 2020
Adverb
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For example, residents of southern and Gulf of Mexico states experience heat differently from Chicagoans.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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Organizations must equip leaders to challenge their assumptions, understand a range of talent signals, and invest differently in different kinds of talent.—
Melanie Hughes,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Preposition
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Topline Stargazers are in for a rare celestial treat this weekend as the elusive planet Mercury makes a brief appearance beside a delicate crescent moon in the evening sky.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Candice sat beside Marcus, and Susie sat beside Sam.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 June 2025
Preposition
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati.com,
2 June 2020
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The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.—
Niharika Sharma,
Quartz India,
31 May 2020
Preposition
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Not since the 2008-2009 financial crisis has the luxury market experienced such a significant contraction, except for the 2020 Covid pandemic.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami COST: All events free (RSVP required) except for Michelle Williams ticketed concert.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2025
Preposition
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Normally, big job losses trigger massive searches for full-time jobs, but this crisis has been anything but normal.—
Paul Davidson,
USA TODAY,
1 June 2020
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Despite the pleas for calm, the nation seemed anything but as a fitful week drew to a close.—
Robert Klemko,
Washington Post,
30 May 2020
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“Other (than).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/other%20%28than%29. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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