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What is another word for were it not?

Pronunciation: [wɜːɹ ɪt nˈɒt] (IPA)

The phrase "were it not" can be replaced by various synonyms, depending on the context. For example, "without" can be used to convey a similar meaning. Another option is "but for," which communicates the idea of something not happening if not for a specific circumstance. "If not for" is another similar phrase that can be used instead of "were it not." Similarly, "had it not been for" is a bit more formal but also communicates the same meaning. Lastly, "in the absence of" can also be used as a synonym for "were it not," but it may be perceived as slightly less succinct.
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Famous quotes with Were it not

  • We have to go in places no body would ever think of going into were it not for the necessities of war.
    Joshua Chamberlain
  • The die is set and Malcolm will not escape for the foolish talk he spoke against his benefactor, such a man, is worthy of death, and it would have been so, were it not for Muhammad's confidence that God would give him the victory over the enemies.
    Louis Farrakhan
  • Many people would be more truthful were it not for their uncontrollable desire to talk.
    Edgar Watson Howe
  • In the evening of life we shall be judged on love, and not one of us is going to come off very well, and were it not for my absolute faith in the loving forgiveness of my Lord I could not call on him to come.
    Madeleine L'Engle
  • Congress should stop treating veterans like they're asking for a hand out when it comes to the benefits they were promised, and they should realize that, were it not for these veterans, there would be nothing to hand out.
    Nick Lampson

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