Keeping 'Then' and 'Than' Separate. To keep this pair of words straight, focus on this basic difference: than is used when you're talking about comparisons; then is used when you're talking about something relating to time. When to Use Than. Than (for comparisons) is the word to choose in phrases like smaller than, bolder than, and easier said than done. ... More @Wikipedia
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