however
Usage
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The adverb however implies slight opposition, and displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return. But marks a more marked opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. Nevertheless implies a concession, something which should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. Still implies that in spite of a preceding concession, something must be considered as possible or even inevitable: We have to go on foot; still (“it is probable and possible that”), we'll get there. Yet implies that in spite of a preceding concession, there is still a chance for a different outcome: We are going; yet (“in spite of all, some day”), we shall return.
Example Sentences
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For several years, however, that alliance had limits.
From Salon
Earlier this month, however, he witnessed something new.
From Los Angeles Times
Until recently, however, researchers did not know whether gut bacteria themselves were capable of producing biologically active serotonin.
From Science Daily
The White House insisted however that preparations were going well for the visit from March 31 to April 2, with regular contacts and interactions with Beijing.
From Barron's
The value of the bonus stock, however, is unclear.
From Barron's
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
