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 falling labor force participation nonetheless adds to a picture of an American labor economy seemingly out of balance with few solutions in sight. — Sarah Jackson jennifer Liu, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2026 Nolan has retooled the character into an innocent victim, unaware of Odysseus’ scheme, who nonetheless gives his life for it. — ArsTechnica, 1 Aug. 2026 The winning appetizer, though, was the aesthetically humble but nonetheless delicious jumbo lump crab cake, a mustardy affair crowned with pickled radish. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 Russia’s problems are real, but the country is nonetheless capable of sustaining the conflict. — Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nonetheless
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  • What can’t be forgotten, however, is that China won’t be standing still.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Over time, however, retailers may begin evaluating whether certain promotions, bundles or low-ticket offers create an outsized number of cash adjustments.
    — Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of however
Adverb
  • The growing size and sophistication of China’s strategic forces are nevertheless expected to influence future discussions on arms control, regional security, and military competition in the Indo-Pacific.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Reeve nevertheless maintained that transgender participation is not the greatest obstacle facing female athletes, pointing instead to disparities in facilities, uniforms, locker rooms and institutional investment.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of nevertheless
Adverb
  • An apologetic statement this week and commitment to not letting history repeat itself has, though, done little to placate the intensifying scrutiny of his leadership.
    — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • One of the most prominent discounts, though, is on a Le Creuset Sautese Oven, which is a whopping $150 off — but not for much longer.
    — Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of though
Adverb
  • The review was never done, but the contractor still got paid.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The popular set tends to sell quickly, so consider grabbing one while fall-favorite shades like dusty olive, terracotta, and mauve are still in stock.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026
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