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The phrase 'but rather the' is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used at the beginning of a clause to indicate a contrast with what was just previously mentioned. Example: We had expected a frosty response from them, but rather the opposite occurred: they welcomed us with open arms.
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"But rather the reverse".
Rhee wasn't the president but rather the CEO.
So not dismissive, but rather the epitome of inclusive".
No, my problem with the Stanford bubble is not about the patients – but rather the doctors.
No simplistic answers are offered, but rather the far richer perspectives of real human experience.
War is no mere backdrop but rather the essential context of the Letters.
SAUCKEL: I did not issue them myself, but rather the French Government did.
Aging is not about getting older, but rather the anticipation of gathering more memories.
Perhaps the aim was never competitiveness, but rather the political appeal of a pact.
Magnetic poles have not moved significantly relative to the geographic poles, but rather the continents have.
This is not the end of the crisis but rather the next stage.
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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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CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com