as in however
in spite of that
I know we didn't win—I was happy with how we played, though
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Recent Examples of though
Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 26 May 2026
The final spots will be highly competitive, though.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Even more surprising, though, was Luna, the Real Salt Lake star who has shown greatness in terms of scoring on the international stage, while also providing a tough nature about his game that the World Cup calls for.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
All three were defunct by 1920, though, in part because the automobile road to the top of Lookout was completed in 1913.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 May 2026
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Adverb
The uncertainty that comes with having unpaid medical debt can be particularly stressful, though, for people who rely heavily on Social Security benefits to pay for housing, groceries and other basic living expenses.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 26 May 2026
The final spots will be highly competitive, though.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Even more surprising, though, was Luna, the Real Salt Lake star who has shown greatness in terms of scoring on the international stage, while also providing a tough nature about his game that the World Cup calls for.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
All three were defunct by 1920, though, in part because the automobile road to the top of Lookout was completed in 1913.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for though
Adverb
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Every year is different, however, and Gutekunst will be relying on players such as Franklin, Hargrave, left tackle Jordan Morgan and perhaps some rookies to prove his moves both this offseason and in recent years were good enough for a team in win-now mode to compete for a ring in 2026.—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Monterroso Mejia, however, didn’t initially immerse herself in this singular project.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
Adverb
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Elliott recalls a moment between the two that never made it into the show but was nevertheless an honest moment between them.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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Not known for elite skating ability, Stone nevertheless got behind the Avalanche, caught the puck and scored.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 May 2026
Conjunction
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But scientists and doctors say things aren’t that simple — and a belief that exposing children to marijuana, either directly or indirectly, is harmless isn’t supported by the facts.—
Daniel M. Jimenez,
The Cannifornian,
22 June 2017
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But with a full and volatile season behind them, the two have grown closer, prompting check-ins from Bradford last month, seeking tidbits from his coach who watched OTA practices on a tablet from his Kentucky retreat.—
Chad Graff,
Twin Cities,
15 June 2017
Adverb
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That represents just a fraction of the $90 trillion that the Silent Generation and baby boomers are set to pass on to their heirs as part of the Great Wealth Transfer, but its big figure nonetheless.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026
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But a move is nonetheless very possible after the Griffins went with Michal Postava for the entire Calder Cup Playoff run.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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“Though.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/though. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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