nonetheless

adverb

ˌnən-t͟hə-ˈles How to pronounce nonetheless (audio)
Definition of nonethelessnext
as in however
in spite of that sometimes you can be a real jerk, but I like you nonetheless

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Recent Examples of nonetheless But nonetheless, that we should be guided by them for theological reasons and not for practical ones. — David Frum, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026 Chinese companies, including DeepSeek, have previously flooded the market with more affordable, open models that typically lag behind the most cutting-edge software from US rivals but nonetheless offer a compelling product for the price. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 July 2026 The action, nonetheless, told us something about how Mahomes and the Chiefs are approaching his recovery. — Jesse Newell, New York Times, 28 July 2026 In Spain’s northeast, which so far this summer has been comparatively quiet on the wildfire front, residents are nonetheless nervous. — Gerry Hadden, Christian Science Monitor, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nonetheless
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  • For those involved with Powell Gardens, however, the anniversary was about more than adding new entertainment.
    — Sophia Buonpane, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Those high aspirations, however, don’t appear to affect Proctor.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of however
Adverb
  • Although the Super Heavy booster failed to complete a soft water landing after multiple engines did not reignite, the mission nevertheless marked another significant step toward SpaceX’s long-term goal of a fully reusable launch system.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
  • Supporters nevertheless hailed the bill, known as the Stop Insider Trading Act, as the most significant congressional action yet to restrict stock trades by members of Congress.
    — Joey Cappelletti, Fortune, 23 July 2026
Definition of nevertheless
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  • In this tall, slender building though, there’s a feel of being tucked away in the eaves of a guesthouse on some cobblestoned European side street, especially after the long and creaky elevator ride.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The cheapest air conditioning repair isn't always the best value, though, particularly if corners are cut or underlying issues are left unresolved.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of though
Adverb
  • Georgia still has ample budget reserves and a growing economy, prompting credit rating agencies to give the state their top scores.
    — David Wickert, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • But Son’s impact was still prominent on a night where the league had to showcase its star power without its top player.
    — Kamran Nia July 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
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