Sentence examples for but could be less from inspiring English sources

Sapphire crystal is harder than both these two glass products, and therefore more resistant to scratching, but could be less resistant to impact and fracturing.

(Indeed, pop-up factoids seem perfect for augmented reality displays, but could be less disruptive to the wearer if they are appearing on a device attached to the wrist, rather than on a device worn over the eyes).

Dinner shall last no more than four hours, but could be less, in the sole discretion of Sarah Palin.* Governor Palin reserves the right to refuse dinner with a winning bidder if, in her sole discretion, the winning bidder is not a suitable bidder based on her subjective standards of suitability, professionalism, background and other factors.

Liaise with businesses to offer recreational activity, deals, packages, but could be less costly if the numbers are right.

For example, components of the CME machinery that are regulated might be present in interphase CCSs but could be less abundant in mitotic CCSs.

The sum A+B was not allowed to exceed 100%, but could be less, with the shortfall representing a non-digestible fraction.

"Demand could grow, but supply could be less.

But this could be less of a concession than it appears.

I'm saying a year but it could be less than that," Jallow-Tambajang said.

Today the population may be 3.5m but it could be less (no post-war census has been held).

Such a deal would have costs for Ally, but it could be less expensive than a ResCap bankruptcy.