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GrammarJLPT N1

nothing but

Expression

Definitions

1. nothing but

This grammatical expression is used to strongly assert that something is exactly a certain thing and nothing else. It is equivalent to saying "it is nothing other than" or "it is precisely," and it adds emphasis to a statement.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

"This is nothing but the result of hard work," they said.

Sentence 2

"Your success is nothing but your own doing," I was told.

Sentence 3

"This problem is nothing but a lack of preparation," I reflected.

Sentence 4

"His growth is nothing but the product of experience," I thought.

Sentence 5

"That's nothing but his kindness showing," I thought.