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'had nothing but' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use this phrase to express that someone or something had no other options or choices available. For example, "She had nothing but her wits to rely on in the wilderness."
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This last had nothing but nuisance value.
He had nothing, but he had heart.
"But suddenly I had nothing but paper.
I've had nothing but peace ever since.
"We've had nothing but tornadoes," she said.
Amt VII had nothing but a central office.
They had nothing, but that meant freedom.
Edward Peek, 82, had nothing but regrets.
Chang had nothing but praise for Martin.
I've had nothing but good food here.
Ms. Opal had nothing but praise for Mr. Romney.
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