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Definition rather than in American English

rather than phrase

phrase
1

used for saying that one thing is preferred to another or happens instead of another

Example

Doug chose to quit rather than admit that he'd made a mistake.

Example

Rather than criticizing your husband, why not find out if there's something wrong?

Example

Financial support will be offered by private companies rather than the government.

Example

We want the matter settled sooner rather than later.

Definition rather than in American English