still
Usage
What are other ways to say still?
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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Although their nervous system contains only about 160,000 neurons, they can still perform complex behaviors such as navigating, interacting socially, learning, and reacting to sensory signals.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
The R2 Performance is still an expensive vehicle for many Americans, but it’s a step down from Rivian’s nearly $77,000 R1S.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Henderson said the force had been liaising with senior counter-terrorism officials, adding: "We have no information to suggest this was terrorist-related. However, we are still at the early stages of our investigation."
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“Great AI job search experiences still depend on trusted marketplaces with real employers, real-time listings, and deep matching data. ZipRecruiter delivers all three.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
“Well, I still don’t want to know the details, but… I need to know if you saw anything about me and Candace. Did you get a Flash about us at all? Good or bad?”
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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