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Is is correct usage of the word "but" to write: "there is no question but that the sky is blue?"
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"but" can be used to mean "except" or "besides", so I find it acceptable. It sounds quaint and old-fashioned to my ear, but that's just my personal opinion. I'd have left out "but".
- "but" can be used to mean "except" or "besides", so I find it acceptable.
- It sounds quaint and old-fashioned to my ear, but that's just my personal opinion.
- I'd have left out "but".
- Without it you can convey the same meaning.
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"but" can be used to mean "except" or "besides", so I find it acceptable. It sounds quaint and old-fashioned to my ear, but that's just my personal opinion. I'd have left out "but". Without it you can convey the same meaning.
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