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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a hefty but" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to introduce a contrasting idea or qualification after stating something significant or substantial.
Example: "The project received a hefty but necessary budget increase to ensure its success."
Alternatives: "a significant yet" or "a substantial however".
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The second-generation PlayStation, a hefty but compact black console, will feel familiar to anyone who has used the original.
Not such a strange choice for a hefty but gentle fellow who collects hippopotamus figurines "probably because" they remind him of himself.
He's worth signing to a hefty but safe Kevin Kolb-like contract, where a team pays big upfront but allocates a bulk of the cash into what is basically a second-year option.
As far as we can tell, Mr. Ridge has done a vigorous and commendable job of trying to redirect and coordinate the work of these organizations and has just proposed a hefty but reasonable increase in spending by many of them.
But, and here's a hefty but, if there was a second place contender, it'd probably be this stunning snapshot of Tonga approved duo LUX€ BOYZ.
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In real terms, they are separated by about $100 million a year — a hefty sum, but small in the context of these negotiations.
THE famous speaker draws a hefty crowd, but little enthusiasm.
That's a hefty figure, but not beyond the realm of possibility.
Defendants usually pay a hefty fine but don't admit any guilt.
Abramovich made a hefty profit: but the sale really was one that he could not refuse.
It's a hefty goal, but none of my goals have not been.
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