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nothing but

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  1. Only, as in She thinks of nothing but money. This term was first recorded about 1380.


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“Nowadays, I feel like three months is better than nothing, but I think the target should be higher than that.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

"AI and social media are driven by algorithms that feed us nothing but what we want to see or what suits us best," said 22-year-old visitor Harumi Kikuchi.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

With nothing but a handheld camcorder, a man traverses endless corridors and rooms adorned with soft-chartreuse wallpaper.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

“As a parent, I’m filled with nothing but pride for my daughter,” Jeannette said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

But in front of my paws there is nothing but dirt, strange dirt, but dirt, nonetheless.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

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