nothing but
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Levy: I have nothing but memories.
From Los Angeles Times
I landed in New York with nothing but the robes on my back and my ancient Staff of Dragonfire, which does not work in this mundane realm.
From Literature
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Auntie gave her cup a shake, nothing but ice cubes answering, the tea long gone.
From Literature
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Tonight’s visit to Sandy June’s Legendary Frybread Drive-In would go down with nothing but unmet expectations.
From Literature
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A quick glance at his bowls — one empty, the other with hardly a slosh of water — does nothing but reinforce my resolve.
From Literature
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