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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The weather is expected to improve into Monday, however some southern areas could still see high winds.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
He said that consumers were still spending, despite anxieties over what direction the economy might take.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026
As research continues, Mars is proving to be far more complex than once thought, with many of its secrets still waiting to be uncovered.
From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026
Some investors say they still expect big tech shares to outperform value stocks in the long run.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
“You’re not the first person to say that, though. We’ve been here forever, but like you, we’re still trying to be seen.”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
