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though
[thoh]
conjunction
(used in introducing a subordinate clause, which is often marked by ellipsis) notwithstanding that; in spite of the fact that; although.
Though he tried very hard, he failed the course.
even if; granting that (often preceded byeven ).
adverb
for all that; however.
though
/ ðəʊ /
conjunction
(sometimes preceded by even) despite the fact that
though he tries hard, he always fails
poor though she is, her life is happy
as if
he looked as though he'd seen a ghost
adverb
nevertheless; however
he can't dance: he sings well, though
Confusables Note
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of though1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of though1
Idioms and Phrases
as though, as if.
It seems as though the place is deserted.
Example Sentences
"I felt as though I was doing a good job - and my daughter felt good with me."
The question, though, is whether so-called private police firms signal the emergence of an unfair two-tier system, in which the wealthiest can pay to be better protected from crime.
“I’m worried about it,” he said, even though he has some protection.
By saving as much of the truth as she could bear until none of those involved were around to feel the impact, though, she was right on brand.
The Republicans’ House-passed reconciliation bill, though not the CMS proposal, also prohibits any new provider taxes or increases to existing ones.
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