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English word

rather

A2Frequent NGSL-1
UK /ˈrɑːðə(r)/US /ˈræðər/
adverb

used to mean ‘fairly’ or ‘to some degree’, often when you are disappointed, surprised or expressing slight criticism

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Malala Yousafzai's Speech at the United Nations Youth Assembly (2013)
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Islam says, "It's not only each child's right to get education— rather, it's their duty and responsibility."

Malala Yousafzai's Speech at the United Nations Youth Assembly (2013)

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