as in even so
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Meiyun sleeps on the sofa, but even so Baoshu’s presence will be a problem for her relationship with Qifeng.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025 -
But even so, outside their home, Lisa feels the risks are greater.—
Catherine E. Shoichet,
CNN Money,
24 Aug. 2025
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If Ohtani is to be treated as a normal starter, however, could that mean changes in how the Dodgers deploy him?—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
4 Oct. 2025
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Ignatow could not, however, be tried for murder again because the Fifth Amendment prevents double jeopardy.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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On play one, Moore reads the tight end throwback pass and disrupts the catch (or else the tight end might still be running).—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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While employer support is still low, fewer than 5% offer meaningful programs, more companies are adding improved coverage for hormone therapy, paid time off and even regulating the office thermostat.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Unfortunately, fans won't be able to see LeBron or Luka on the court with the team for Friday's game, though.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Oct. 2025
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Auchincloss, though, demurred from challenging Markey in the 2026 election cycle.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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A lot of people are nevertheless holding out hope for a team that moved the ball at will against the Bills and Lions (and has played a schedule that can only get easier going forward).—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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But, there is nevertheless a real belief within the team that the years of experience the Cavs have put together will give them an advantage at the most important time.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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There are, nonetheless, lessons that could apply to businesses and policymakers anywhere.—
Peter Vanham,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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The time was coming, sure, but the loss hurt nonetheless.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Per contra.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/per%20contra. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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