Alan ran in the 400 meter race instead of the 800 meter race.
Alan ran in the 400 meter race unless the 800 meter race.
Allison asked for help so that struggle through the problem.
Allison asked for help rather than struggle through the problem.
I need to let the dog out before I leave for school.
I need to let the dog out that I leave for school.
Please don’t leave the room until the teacher has given you permission.
Please don’t leave the room once the teacher has given you permission.
Michelle took care of her sister so that her mom could go to work.
Michelle took care of her sister rather than her mom could go to work.