Other than

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Exclusion Clarified

Use 'other than' to specify the only exception in a situation.

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She's tried every cuisine other than Thai.

Pro Tip 2/3

List Exceptions

Use 'other than' to exclude items from a list when listing exceptions.

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I eat all fruits other than apples and oranges.

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Inclusive Meaning

'Other than' can imply inclusivity of everything in a category except the one mentioned.

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All other than John left early.

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