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
Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 17 June 2025
Eventually, though, Windey changed her mind, which was really for the best.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 17 June 2025
The real problem, though, might be the material that’s earth-bound.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 17 June 2025
During the trip to the hospital, though, the police vehicle caught fire and Rivera was transferred to a different squad car.
—Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
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Adverb
The potential for an offer sheet could throw a wrench into the situation, though.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 17 June 2025
Eventually, though, Windey changed her mind, which was really for the best.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 17 June 2025
The real problem, though, might be the material that’s earth-bound.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 17 June 2025
During the trip to the hospital, though, the police vehicle caught fire and Rivera was transferred to a different squad car.
—Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for though
Adverb
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In a characteristic act of self-contradiction, however, his foreign policy is based on a significant overestimation of American power.—
KORI SCHAKE,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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One group could not be entirely saved, however, as their boat capsized and eight people died.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2025
Adverb
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The median home sale price in the U.S. just touched a record high, but new data shows that buyers are nevertheless paying below asking price.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
20 June 2025
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History will nevertheless remember Francis as a pope of consequence, who met the proverbial moment in a way that would make St. Peter proud.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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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Attacks by the sea predator are rare, nonetheless create concern for beachgoers.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
20 June 2025
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Under that system, however, the Dodgers have nonetheless run into occasional controversies — from the signing and suspension of Trevor Bauer in 2021, to the decision to rescind, then reinstate, a Pride Night community award to a trans-rights group amid public backlash in 2023.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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“Though.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/though. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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