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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.)
(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,
- ...i will continue to record my thoughts in these progress reports. it is one of my few pleasures. however, by all indications, my own mental deterioration will be very rapid.4 -- June (42% in)
however = though (used to connect contrasting ideas)
- i recall your once saying to me that an experimental failure or the disproving of a theory was as important to the advancement of learning as a success would be. i know now that this is true. i am sorry, however, that my own contribution to the field must rest upon the ashes of the work of two men i regard so highly.4 -- June (16% in)
however = though (used to connect contrasting ideas)
There are no more uses of "however" in Flowers for Algernon.
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