Sentence examples for but was less from inspiring English sources

Squeezing cells had a similar effect but was less efficient.

It brought Kershner some of his finest reviews, but was less successful at the box-office.

Kate Mara also commented on the sequel, but was less optimistic than Kinberg.

She actually did O.K. with mutual funds, but was less shrewd with stocks.

I watched the news footage, but was less disgusted than I had hoped.

He also knew about wars, but was less often heard on that subject.

Agassi's defeat by Switzerland's Roger Federer had hurt but was less of a shock.

The city continued to be occupied to about 600 bc but was less important in historic periods.

Grunge has had its moments over the years, including recently, but was less a worldview than a cloak.

Coty served with dignity but was less active in trying to influence policy than his predecessor, Vincent Auriol, had been.

Mr. Fang was widely celebrated in academic circles and among the elite but was less well-known by everyday Chinese.