But-" Maia, still looking at Alec and Magnus, broke off and rasied her eyebrows. Simon turned to see what she was looking at - and stared. Alec had his arms around Magnus and was kissing him full on the mouth. Magnus, who appeared to be in a state of shock, stood frozen. Several groups of people - Shadowhunters and Downworlders alike - were staring and whispering. Glancing to the side, Simon saw the Lightwoods, their eyes widen, gaping at the display. Maryse had her hand over her mouth. Maia looked perplexed. "Wait a second, " she said. "Do we all have to do that, too?.Cassandra Clare
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The quote "But-" is a common saying in English-speaking cultures to show that you are about to make a statement or give an opinion that is contrary to what you have just stated. For example, in this quote it is used in a fashion similar to the phrase “but that’s not true” in order to show that you have just said something that is false. However, in the context of this quote, the word “but” is used in a slightly different fashion. In this case, “but” indicates there may be a possible argument or qualifier that must be addressed prior to making your point.
Source: City Of Glass
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