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Term: not opening but

Description:

The term "not opening but" is an idiomatic expression used to introduce contrasting information or ideas in a sentence. It indicates that despite a particular condition or expectation, something else happens instead.

Examples:

Adjective Sense:

1. The successful author was not opening but closing doors for aspiring writers.
2. She chose not to attend the glamorous party but spend a quiet evening at home instead.

Adverb Sense:

1. The company advertised extensively but not opening but closing many stores due to financial difficulties.
2. It had been raining for days, but not opening but flooding the streets.

Conjunction Sense:

1. The team had practiced intensely, but not opening but they lost the game.
2. She loved the color blue, but not opening but preferred to wear green.

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