but for

1. Except for, were it not for. For example, But for the afternoon shower, it was a perfect day, or But for the children, they would have gotten a divorce long ago. [c. 1200]

Example Sentences

But for an interview show, being seen as someone who maintains a certain kind of balance is very helpful to making people want to engage with you.

From Slate

But for whatever reason, despite your deep conservative background, I just don’t think liberals get mad at you to nearly the same degree.

From Slate

Maybe that will happen someday, but for now, there’s a sense that people have really strong reactions to pundits and columnists and essayists who represent some larger political force that they deeply fear.

From Slate

But for me, the quest had been a success.

From Los Angeles Times

But for the remaining victims, both those who have come forward and those who have been too afraid, the time has come.

From Slate