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Than or Then
Than or Then
Than
The word "than" introduces a comparison. It is most often seen
with comparatives and words like "more," "less," and "fewer."
Then
For example:
I was fitter then.
(Here, "then" relates to a past time.)
Run to the lake then jump in.
(Here, "then" relates to a future time.)
If you're not happy, then leave.
(Here, "then" means "in that case.")
The word "then" usually relates to time.
Subsequently or afterwards
Go to the traffic lights, then turn right.
It went dark, then there was a scream.
The council members argued for three days then eventually came
to a decision.