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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While levels are lower than in most parts of the world, plastics still arrive through ocean currents, wind transport, and human activity linked to research stations and ships.
From Science Daily
However, neighboring chains may still interact with one another from the side.
From Science Daily
New research from UVA Health explains how the body still manages to keep this infection under control.
From Science Daily
“I have to sit still and count the curves until we reach the finish line, when I have to pull the brakes. I’m responsible that the sled won’t crash into something.”
From Los Angeles Times
Dr Thomas Milan, who performed the operations on the couple, says kidney cancers are still "less common" but they are seeing an "increase in cases".
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
