Rather than

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conjunction

Instead of; it is used to suggest a preference for one thing over another.

I decided to take the bus, rather than walking in the rain.
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Preference Expression

Use 'rather than' to show what you would choose or prefer in a specific situation.

Illustration for Preference Expression
She opted to write a report, rather than giving a presentation.
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Action Substitution

Indicate that one action is substituted for another, stressing the preferred choice.

Illustration for Action Substitution
He spent the evening reading, rather than watching TV.
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