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Discover LudwigThe phrase "but by" is correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to introduce a contrasting or opposite idea to what was previously mentioned. Example: I wanted to go to the beach, but by the time I finished my work, it was already dark outside.
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But by whom?
but by the witnesses.
But by media, everything".
But by whose standards?
But by 2025 for definite.
But by then you're hooked.
But, by omission, they infuse every word.
But by March, the boos were fewer.
But, by and large, she was right.
But by then the damage was done.
But, by March, the team had plateaued.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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