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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Enfield Council said it had reported a case of criminal damage to the Met Police at the time of the felling, however it is understood the force has deemed it a civil matter.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Renewed Gulf tension, however, the prospect of faster inflation and bets on a Fed response are starting to erode that outlook.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Hocutt also wants it to be known, however, that “Texas Tech is not a party to Brendan’s lawsuit.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
The recovery off that low was quick, however, as the ETF closed at a fresh record on April 17.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
That, however, raises more questions than it answers.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
