even if
idiom
—used to stress that something will happen despite something else that might prevent it
I'm going to the party even if it rains.
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Collecting plates and silverware at secondhand shops can add an heirloom element to your gatherings, even if the pieces are new to your collection.
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2025
Guardiola, the City manager, has regularly praised McAtee, even if his positive words were not reflected in the number of opportunities handed to the young man.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2025
Lines can easily be crossed when a product is available overseas and practitioners can get their hands on it online, even if it’s not approved for use in the United States.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 16 Aug. 2025
Europe continues to dominate ship-building even if Florida provides many cruisers.
—Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2025
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Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2025
Guardiola, the City manager, has regularly praised McAtee, even if his positive words were not reflected in the number of opportunities handed to the young man.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2025
Lines can easily be crossed when a product is available overseas and practitioners can get their hands on it online, even if it’s not approved for use in the United States.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 16 Aug. 2025
Europe continues to dominate ship-building even if Florida provides many cruisers.
—Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2025
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“Even if.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/even%20if. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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