In which one of the following sentences is but used as a preposition?
A. I wanted to leave, but I was embarrassed to do so.
B. I would like to return to Italy, but I have no money.
C. We discovered that Candy will do anything but work.
D. The lake is pretty, but it's too cold for swimming.

Question

In which one of the following sentences is but used as a preposition?
A. I wanted to leave, but I was embarrassed to do so.
B. I would like to return to Italy, but I have no money.
C. We discovered that Candy will do anything but work.
D. The lake is pretty, but it's too cold for swimming.

anonymous · Answer

but work = except work 
and is used as preposition

anonymous · Answer

A,B,D are all inncorrect. in those sentences "but" is used as a conjunction. C is used as a preposition...... hope this helps...