other than vs rather than

Both 'other than' and 'rather than' are correct phrases in English, but they are used in different contexts. 'Other than' is used to indicate exclusions or exceptions, while 'rather than' is used to show preference or choice. Therefore, they are not directly interchangeable.

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other than

The phrase 'other than' is correct and commonly used in English to indicate exclusions or exceptions.

Use 'other than' when you want to indicate something that is different from or excluding a particular thing or person.

Examples:

I don't know anyone other than Mary who can help us.
Other than the weather, everything was perfect on our trip.
There is no one other than you who can solve this problem.
I like all fruits other than bananas.
Other than the red dress, she has nothing to wear.

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The meaning of OTHER THAN is with the exception of : except for, besides. How to use other than in a sentence.
Generally, in order to receive VA benefits and services, the Veteran's character of discharge or service must be under other than dishonorable conditions ...
Dec 30, 2022 ... 206.302 Circumstances permitting other than full and open competition. 206.302-1 Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services ...
6.302 Circumstances permitting other than full and open competition. The following statutory authorities (including applications and limitations) permit ...
Jan 15, 2015 ... The results of this study uphold the current recommendations for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer screening of cancers other than breast ...

Alternatives:

besides
except for
apart from
aside from
in addition to

rather than

The phrase 'rather than' is correct and commonly used in English to show preference or choice.

Use 'rather than' when you want to express a preference for one thing over another or to indicate a choice between two options.

Examples:

I would rather stay home than go out tonight.
He chose to walk rather than take the bus.
She prefers tea rather than coffee.
I'd eat pizza rather than sushi any day.
I decided to wait rather than leave without you.

Alternatives:

instead of
in preference to
as opposed to
as an alternative to
in lieu of

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