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However, complications may...

Definition

though (or another expression that connects contrasting ideas)

(Based on idea 1 we might not expect idea 2, but this is a way of saying that even though idea 1 exists, we still have idea 2. Synonyms include in spite of that, , nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, in contrastand but.)

In that corner, however, it is at least out of the way.
Chapter 21 (27% in)

however = though (used to connect contrasting ideas)

Other Uses (with this meaning)

It is remarkable, however, that she neither insisted on Catherine's writing by every post, nor exacted her promise of transmitting the character of every new acquaintance, nor a detail of every interesting conversation that Bath might produce.
Chapter 2 (17% in)
With more care for the safety of her new gown than for the comfort of her protegee, Mrs. Allen made her way through the throng of men by the door, as swiftly as the necessary caution would allow; Catherine, however, kept close at her side, and linked her arm too firmly within her friend's to be torn asunder by any common effort of a struggling assembly.
Chapter 2 (48% in)
They were not long able, however, to enjoy the repose of the eminence they had so laboriously gained.
Chapter 2 (61% in)
Not one, however, started with rapturous wonder on beholding her, no whisper of eager inquiry ran round the room, nor was she once called a divinity by anybody.
Chapter 2 (93% in)
She was looked at, however, and with some admiration; for, in her own hearing, two gentlemen pronounced her to be a pretty girl.
Chapter 2 (96% in)
Mrs. Thorpe, however, had one great advantage as a talker, over Mrs. Allen, in a family of children; and when she expatiated on the talents of her sons, and the beauty of her daughters, when she related their different situations and views—that John was at Oxford, Edward at Merchant Taylors', and William at sea—and all of them more beloved and respected in their different station than any other three beings ever were, Mrs. Allen had no similar information to give, no similar triumphs...
Chapter 4 (31% in)
...William at sea—and all of them more beloved and respected in their different station than any other three beings ever were, Mrs. Allen had no similar information to give, no similar triumphs to press on the unwilling and unbelieving ear of her friend, and was forced to sit and appear to listen to all these maternal effusions, consoling herself, however, with the discovery, which her keen eye soon made, that the lace on Mrs. Thorpe's pelisse was not half so handsome as that on her own.
Chapter 4 (39% in)
Miss Thorpe, however, being four years older than Miss Morland, and at least four years better informed, had a very decided advantage in discussing such points; she could compare the balls of Bath with those of Tunbridge, its fashions with the fashions of London; could rectify the opinions of her new friend in many articles of tasteful attire; could discover a flirtation between any gentleman and lady who only smiled on each other; and point out a quiz through the thickness of a crowd.
Chapter 4 (69% in)
It was a subject, however, in which she often indulged with her fair friend, from whom she received every possible encouragement to continue to think of him; and his impression on her fancy was not suffered therefore to weaken.
Chapter 5 (29% in)
You will find, however, Miss Morland, it would be reckoned a cheap thing by some people, for I might have sold it for ten guineas more the next day; Jackson, of Oriel, bid me sixty at once; Morland was with me at the time.
Chapter 7 (44% in)
CHAPTER 8 In spite of Udolpho and the dressmaker, however, the party from Pulteney Street reached the Upper Rooms in very good time.
Chapter 8 (0% in)
However, I am sure James does not drink so much.
Chapter 9 (47% in)
Upon recollection, however, I have a notion they are both dead; at least the mother is; yes, I am sure Mrs. Tilney is dead, because Mrs. Hughes told me there was a very beautiful set of pearls that Mr. Drummond gave his daughter on her wedding-day and that Miss Tilney has got now, for they were put by for her when her mother died.
Chapter 9 (94% in)
I cannot be quite positive about that, my dear; I have some idea he is; but, however, he is a very fine young man, Mrs. Hughes says, and likely to do very well.
Chapter 9 (97% in)
That she might not appear, however, to observe or expect him, she kept her eyes intently fixed on her fan; and a self-condemnation for her folly, in supposing that among such a crowd they should even meet with the Tilneys in any reasonable time, had just passed through her mind, when she suddenly found herself addressed and again solicited to dance, by Mr. Tilney himself.
Chapter 10 (46% in)
Scarcely had they worked themselves into the quiet possession of a place, however, when her attention was claimed by John Thorpe, who stood behind her.
Chapter 10 (50% in)
One thing, however, I must observe.
Chapter 10 (71% in)
However, when you sink into this abyss again, you will have more to say.
Chapter 10 (84% in)
At about eleven o'clock, however, a few specks of small rain upon the windows caught Catherine's watchful eye, and "Oh! dear, I do believe it will be wet," broke from her in a most desponding tone.
Chapter 11 (4% in)
But, however, I cannot go with you today, because I am engaged; I expect some friends every moment.
Chapter 11 (26% in)
As they entered Argyle Buildings, however, she was roused by this address from her companion, "Who is that girl who looked at you so hard as she went by?"
Chapter 11 (55% in)
Still, however, and during the length of another street, she entreated him to stop.
Chapter 11 (60% in)
Her reproaches, however, were not spared.
Chapter 11 (62% in)
At the bottom of the street, however, she looked back again, and then, not at a window, but issuing from the door, she saw Miss Tilney herself.
Chapter 12 (16% in)
On the beginning of the fifth, however, the sudden view of Mr. Henry Tilney and his father, joining a party in the opposite box, recalled her to anxiety and distress.
Chapter 12 (30% in)
At length, however, he did look towards her, and he bowed—but such a bow!
Chapter 12 (35% in)
Her assurance, however, standing sole as it did, was not thrown away; it brought a more cordial, more natural smile into his countenance, and he replied in a tone which retained only a little affected reserve: "We were much obliged to you at any rate for wishing us a pleasant walk after our passing you in Argyle Street: you were so kind as to look back on purpose."
Chapter 12 (50% in)
Before they parted, however, it was agreed that the projected walk should be taken as soon as possible; and, setting aside the misery of his quitting their box, she was, upon the whole, left one of the happiest creatures in the world.
Chapter 12 (73% in)
One of the best players we have, by the by; and we had a little touch together, though I was almost afraid of him at first: the odds were five to four against me; and, if I had not made one of the cleanest strokes that perhaps ever was made in this world—I took his ball exactly—but I could not make you understand it without a table; however, I did beat him.
Chapter 12 (91% in)
Thorpe, however, would see her to her chair, and, till she entered it, continued the same kind of delicate flattery, in spite of her entreating him to have done.
Chapter 12 (96% in)
Isabella, however, caught hold of one hand, Thorpe of the other, and remonstrances poured in from all three.
Chapter 13 (42% in)
Her conviction of being right, however, was not enough to restore her composure; till she had spoken to Miss Tilney she could not be at ease; and quickening her pace when she got clear of the Crescent, she almost ran over the remaining ground till she gained the top of Milsom Street.
Chapter 13 (54% in)
The business, however, though not perfectly elucidated by this speech, soon ceased to be a puzzle.
Chapter 13 (61% in)
Mr. Allen, however, discouraged her from doing any such thing.
Chapter 13 (95% in)
Mrs. Thorpe is too indulgent beyond a doubt; but, however, you had better not interfere.
Chapter 13 (96% in)
The little which she could understand, however, appeared to contradict the very few notions she had entertained on the matter before.
Chapter 14 (49% in)
Towards the end of the morning, however, Catherine, having occasion for some indispensable yard of ribbon which must be bought without a moment's delay, walked out into the town, and in Bond Street overtook the second Miss Thorpe as she was loitering towards Edgar's Buildings between two of the sweetest girls in the world, who had been her dear friends all the morning.
Chapter 14 (91% in)
This bold surmise, however, she soon learnt comprehended but half the fact.
Chapter 15 (18% in)
The strength of her feelings she could not express; the nature of them, however, contented her friend.
Chapter 15 (22% in)
Delighting, however, as Catherine sincerely did in the prospect of the connection, it must be acknowledged that Isabella far surpassed her in tender anticipations.
Chapter 15 (23% in)
From them, however, the eight parts of speech shone out most expressively, and James could combine them with ease.
Chapter 15 (49% in)
I am glad you are no enemy to matrimony, however.
Chapter 15 (76% in)
The disclosure, however, of the great secret of James's going to Fullerton the day before, did raise some emotion in Mrs. Allen.
Chapter 15 (98% in)
There was a something, however, in his words which repaid her for the pain of confusion; and that something occupied her mind so much that she drew back for some time, forgetting to speak or to listen, and almost forgetting where she was; till, roused by the voice of Isabella, she looked up and saw her with Captain Tilney preparing to give them hands across.
Chapter 16 (53% in)
However, he is very well.
Chapter 16 (74% in)
I do remember now being with you, and seeing him as well as the rest—but that we were ever alone for five minutes—However, it is not worth arguing about, for whatever might pass on his side, you must be convinced, by my having no recollection of it, that I never thought, nor expected, nor wished for anything of the kind from him.
Chapter 18 (38% in)
Her happiness in going with Miss Tilney, however, prevented their wishing it otherwise; and, as they were to remain only one more week in Bath themselves, her quitting them now would not long be felt.
Chapter 20 (1% in)
At last, however, the door was closed upon the three females, and they set off at the sober pace in which the handsome, highly fed four horses of a gentleman usually perform a journey of thirty miles: such was the distance of Northanger from Bath, to be now divided into two equal stages.
Chapter 20 (19% in)
At last, however, the order of release was given; and much was Catherine then surprised by the general's proposal of her taking his place in his son's curricle for the rest of the journey: "the day was fine, and he was anxious for her seeing as much of the country as possible."
Chapter 20 (27% in)
In repassing through the small vaulted room, however, your eyes will be attracted towards a large, old-fashioned cabinet of ebony and gold, which, though narrowly examining the furniture before, you had passed unnoticed.
Chapter 20 (69% in)
At last, however, by touching a secret spring, an inner compartment will open—a roll of paper appears—you seize it—it contains many sheets of manuscript—you hasten with the precious treasure into your own chamber, but scarcely have you been able to decipher 'Oh!
Chapter 20 (71% in)
She was not long at leisure, however, for such considerations.
Chapter 20 (83% in)
The general, perceiving how her eye was employed, began to talk of the smallness of the room and simplicity of the furniture, where everything, being for daily use, pretended only to comfort, etc.; flattering himself, however, that there were some apartments in the Abbey not unworthy her notice—and was proceeding to mention the costly gilding of one in particular, when, taking out his watch, he stopped short to pronounce it with surprise within twenty minutes of five!
Chapter 20 (94% in)
At length, however, having slipped one arm into her gown, her toilette seemed so nearly finished that the impatience of her curiosity might safely be indulged.
Chapter 21 (19% in)
Of the former, she spoke aloud her admiration; and the general, with a very gracious countenance, acknowledged that it was by no means an ill-sized room, and further confessed that, though as careless on such subjects as most people, he did look upon a tolerably large eating-room as one of the necessaries of life; he supposed, however, "that she must have been used to much better-sized apartments at Mr. Allen's?"
Chapter 21 (38% in)
The key was in the door, and she had a strange fancy to look into it; not, however, with the smallest expectation of finding anything, but it was so very odd, after what Henry had said.
Chapter 21 (66% in)
To retire to bed, however, unsatisfied on such a point, would be vain, since sleep must be impossible with the consciousness of a cabinet so mysteriously closed in her immediate vicinity.
Chapter 21 (70% in)
Till she had made herself mistress of its contents, however, she could have neither repose nor comfort; and with the sun's first rays she was determined to peruse it.
Chapter 21 (95% in)
Why the locks should have been so difficult to open, however, was still something remarkable, for she could now manage them with perfect ease.
Chapter 22 (17% in)
At any rate, however, I am pleased that you have learnt to love a hyacinth.
Chapter 22 (28% in)
He trusted, however, that an opportunity might ere long occur of selecting one—though not for himself.
Chapter 22 (34% in)
She was struck, however, beyond her expectation, by the grandeur of the abbey, as she saw it for the first time from the lawn.
Chapter 22 (58% in)
There were great vexations, however, attending such a garden as his.
Chapter 22 (67% in)
He excused himself, however, from attending them: "The rays of the sun were not too cheerful for him, and he would meet them by another course."
Chapter 22 (77% in)
The shock, however, being less real than the relief, offered it no injury; and she began to talk with easy gaiety of the delightful melancholy which such a grove inspired.
Chapter 22 (78% in)
Being no longer able, however, to receive pleasure from the surrounding objects, she soon began to walk with lassitude; the general perceived it, and with a concern for her health, which seemed to reproach her for her opinion of him, was most urgent for returning with his daughter to the house.
Chapter 22 (97% in)
It was some relief, however, that they were to return to the rooms in common use, by passing through a few of less importance, looking into the court, which, with occasional passages, not wholly unintricate, connected the different sides; and she was further soothed in her progress by being told that she was treading what had once been a cloister, having traces of cells pointed out, and observing several doors that were neither opened nor explained to her—by finding herself...
Chapter 23 (16% in)
When the butler would have lit his master's candle, however, he was forbidden.
Chapter 23 (76% in)
Not, however, that many instances of beings equally hardened in guilt might not be produced.
Chapter 24 (8% in)
She contemplated it, however, in spite of this drawback, with much emotion, and, but for a yet stronger interest, would have left it unwillingly.
Chapter 24 (19% in)
No summons, however, arrived; and at last, on seeing a carriage drive up to the abbey, she was emboldened to descend and meet him under the protection of visitors.
Chapter 24 (28% in)
It is a power little worth knowing, however, since it can deceive and pain you.
Chapter 24 (75% in)
" 'tis only from James, however," as she looked at the direction.
Chapter 25 (36% in)
He was prevented, however, from even looking his surprise by his father's entrance.
Chapter 25 (48% in)
They were so fully convinced, however, that their brother would not have the courage to apply in person for his father's consent, and so repeatedly assured her that he had never in his life been less likely to come to Northanger than at the present time, that she suffered her mind to be at ease as to the necessity of any sudden removal of her own.
Chapter 26 (9% in)
From Saturday to Wednesday, however, they were now to be without Henry.
Chapter 26 (53% in)
It may admit of improvement, however.
Chapter 26 (73% in)
The influence of fresh objects and fresh air, however, was of great use in dissipating these embarrassing associations; and, having reached the ornamental part of the premises, consisting of a walk round two sides of a meadow, on which Henry's genius had begun to act about half a year ago, she was sufficiently recovered to think it prettier than any pleasure-ground she had ever been in before, though there was not a shrub in it higher than the green bench in the corner.
Chapter 26 (88% in)
Scarcely, however, had she convicted her fancy of error, when the noise of something moving close to her door made her start; it seemed as if someone was touching the very doorway—and in another moment a slight motion of the lock proved that some hand must be on it.
Chapter 28 (28% in)
Catherine's spirits, however, were tranquillized but for an instant, for Eleanor's cheeks were pale, and her manner greatly agitated.
Chapter 28 (31% in)
Well, I am certain of—I shall be able to take leave, however.
Chapter 28 (46% in)
Short, however, was that time.
Chapter 28 (96% in)
Anxious as were all her conjectures on this point, it was not, however, the one on which she dwelt most.
Chapter 29 (13% in)
She met with nothing, however, to distress or frighten her.
Chapter 29 (25% in)
The strength of these feelings, however, was far from assisting her pen; and never had it been harder for her to write than in addressing Eleanor Tilney.
Chapter 29 (60% in)
For Catherine, however, the peculiar object of the general's curiosity, and his own speculations, he had yet something more in reserve, and the ten or fifteen thousand pounds which her father could give her would be a pretty addition to Mr. Allen's estate.
Chapter 30 (63% in)

There are no more uses of "however" flagged with this meaning in Northanger Abbey.

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2 —4 uses as in:
However much she tried...

Definition

to whatever degree (regardless of how much; or whatever unspecified amount)

She saw him grave and uneasy; and however careless of his present comfort the woman might be who had given him her heart, to her it was always an object.
Chapter 19 (14% in)

however = regardless of how

Other Uses (with this meaning)

...it is indeed a street of so impertinent a nature, so unfortunately connected with the great London and Oxford roads, and the principal inn of the city, that a day never passes in which parties of ladies, however important their business, whether in quest of pastry, millinery, or even (as in the present case) of young men, are not detained on one side or other by carriages, horsemen, or carts.
Chapter 7 (3% in)

however = regardless of how

That is kind of you, however—kind and good-natured.
Chapter 15 (80% in)
James expressed himself on the occasion with becoming gratitude; and the necessity of waiting between two and three years before they could marry, being, however unwelcome, no more than he had expected, was borne by him without discontent.
Chapter 16 (79% in)

however = regardless of how

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3 —2 uses as in:
However you do it, get it done!

Definition

in whatever way

At length however she was empowered to disengage herself from her friend, by the avowed necessity of speaking to Miss Tilney, whom she most joyfully saw just entering the room with Mrs. Hughes, and whom she instantly joined, with a firmer determination to be acquainted, than she might have had courage to command, had she not been urged by the disappointment of the day before.
Chapter 10 (20% in)

It would be impossible to explain to Eleanor the suspicions, from which the other had, in all likelihood, been hitherto happily exempt; nor could she therefore, in her presence, search for those proofs of the general's cruelty, which however they might yet have escaped discovery, she felt confident of somewhere drawing forth, in the shape of some fragmented journal, continued to the last gasp.
Chapter 24 (39% in)

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I could hardly believe my senses, when I heard it; and no displeasure, no resentment that you can feel at this moment, however justly great, can be more than I myself—but I must not talk of what I felt.
Chapter 28 (50% in)

Catherine's feelings, as she got into the carriage, were in a very unsettled state; divided between regret for the loss of one great pleasure, and the hope of soon enjoying another, almost its equal in degree, however unlike in kind.
Chapter 11 (49% in)
It was some time however before she could unfasten the door, the same difficulty occurring in the management of this inner lock as of the outer; but at length it did open; and not vain, as hitherto, was her search; her quick eyes directly fell on a roll of paper pushed back into the further part of the cavity, apparently for concealment, and her feelings at that moment were indescribable.
Chapter 21 (80% in)
There were still some subjects, indeed, under which she believed they must always tremble—the mention of a chest or a cabinet, for instance—and she did not love the sight of japan in any shape: but even she could allow that an occasional memento of past folly, however painful, might not be without use.
Chapter 25 (29% in)
"It is very true, however; you shall read James's letter yourself.
Chapter 25 (71% in)
He went; and, it being at any time a much simpler operation to Catherine to doubt her own judgment than Henry's, she was very soon obliged to give him credit for being right, however disagreeable to her his going.
Chapter 26 (50% in)

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