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
Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
In most cases, though, the lights start as a mild arc along the north horizon.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
Silver’s role extends beyond investment, though.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Bero was basically a one-man show, though, with only three other Red Devils scoring.
—Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
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Adverb
The best way to prevent freezes, though, is through insulating your pipes, especially outdoor ones.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 27 Jan. 2026
In most cases, though, the lights start as a mild arc along the north horizon.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 27 Jan. 2026
Silver’s role extends beyond investment, though.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
Bero was basically a one-man show, though, with only three other Red Devils scoring.
—Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for though
Adverb
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The feeling waned by halftime, however, and USC went into the break trailing by three points.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
22 Jan. 2026
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Those numbers have climbed up late, however.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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LoConti’s children never suffered such a fate, but nevertheless she’s been pulled in by Bright’s experiences, and stories from moms like her.—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
20 Jan. 2026
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Should stars who object to the use of their work publicly complain—as did Von, a Trump-friendly podcaster who nevertheless didn’t like being associated with the immigration crackdowns?—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
20 Jan. 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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Uncertainty can be unsettling nonetheless.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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However, the share of white men nonetheless ticked up after a two-year decline.—
Richie Zweigenhaft,
Fortune,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Though.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/though. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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