Sentence examples for But until after from inspiring English sources

But until after the Civil War, the spoils system under which federal employees came and went, depending upon party service and changing administrations, rather than meritorious performance, was much the vogue and the prevalent basis for governmental employment and advancement.

He looks very decent, but until after Cheltenham we won't know.

Ever since the first school opened in New Amsterdam in the 1630s, New York has sought fine schools, but until after the American Revolution education was largely handled by tutors.

The name of the festival literally translates as 'The Mountain Roast' and is where on the 4th Saturday in January each year, the dead grass on the hillside of Mount Wakakusayama is set ablaze - but until after one epic fireworks display.

Defense lawyers can appeal, but not until after that date.

Seek it out — but wait until after you vote.

Security forces made some attempts to disperse the crowds, but relented until after midnight.

Lord Browne is likely to recommend much higher ones, but not until after this spring's election.

Other students conceptualize their ideas during law school but wait until after graduation sometimes years after to fully develop them.

"But not until after he was arrested," replied Greens senator Nick McKim.

But waiting until after the November presidential elections may be too late.