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In which one of the following sentences is but used as a preposition?

In which of the following sentences is "but" used as a preposition?
A. I wanted to leave, but I was embarrassed to do so.
B. The lake is pretty, but it's too cold for swimming.
C. I would like to return to Italy, but I have no money.
D. We discovered that Candy will do anything but work.

5 Answers

A
Anonymous

Feb 16, 2025

(A. used as a conjunction between two clauses)

(B. used as a conjunction between two clauses)

(C. used as a conjunction between two clauses)

D. used as a preposition, synonymous with except or apart from

The answer is D. If you can make two sentences on either side of "but" it is a conjunction.

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