still
Usage
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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. Nevertheless implies a concession that should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. But marks an opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. However indicates a less marked opposition, but displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return.
Example Sentences
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As middle-income families cut back on days out, Mellors hopes crowds will still come out in the summer.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
But Iran’s downing of two U.S. aircraft on Friday suggests that longer-range weapons may still be necessary.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
The second was that I couldn’t believe there was still so much of the film left, and I felt like so much had already happened.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
The airman was wounded after his ejection but could still walk, according to news outlet Axios, which cited a US official.
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026
Her face was rounder, but still filled with love.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
