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The Fiend And The Forge
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- Most pleasing, however, was the line of rowan trees that graced the drive once again.
Chpt 1however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- A hag was touching them, however.†
Chpt 1however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.
- Thank you for making sure, however.†
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- The figure before him did not look benevolent, however.†
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- Since the Siege, however, this policy had been relaxed.
Chpt 2 —however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- The bulk of his attention, however, was focused on the sharp tooth that pecked about in a desperate attempt to draw blood.
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- He couldn't help scanning the desk, however, and his eyes came to rest on a particularly imposing tome.
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- There was one exception, however, and Max had returned to the passage several times.
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- What it had lost in character, however, it had gained in brilliance.
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- As much as we honor these emissaries, however, this evening is not about them.
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- We would urge you, however, to be patient just a little longer until we have had an opportunity to scout our new borders and assess the safety within them.
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- Tonight, Old Tom's bell shall ring once more to open this school and remind us of our sacred duty to kindle a light—however small—on this beloved earth.
Chpt 4 — *however = regardless of how
- Throughout the meal, however, he could not help but crane his head about.
Chpt 4 —however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- Soon, however, Bob's warm, leathery hands reached out to envelop Max's.
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- Others, however, appeared meek and scholarly, including one chinless, peachcolored imp no larger than a toddler.
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- Set within the hollowed eye sockets, however, was a pair of round blue cat eyes—a startling reminder of his demonic heritage.
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- However, the second edict is this: It is forbidden to transport any book, document, or written word whatsoever beyond the borders of this land.
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- This time, however, Grahn managed to keep his feet and stagger through the punch to bear down upon Cooper.
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- The potato was not alone, however.†
Chpt 6 —however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.
- This, same thrill evaporated, however, when the letters joined to spell out a snooper's ultimate nemesis.
Chpt 6 —however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- With it, he can reshape the present however he chooses.
Chpt 7 — *however = in whatever way
- To his surprise, however, the boy did not respond.
Chpt 8 —however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- The payment clause, however, is subject to interpretation.
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- As a member of the Red Branch, however, he had free rein of the Archives.
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- The next question, however, stumped Max.
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- "However," the foreman continued, "in light of the defendant's honesty, her genuine remorse, and the severe provocation preceding the crimes, the jury has elected to suspend the sentence and place Miss Shrope on probationary supervision for a period of five years."
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- Mum, however, continued to stand at attention, maintaining a rigid, confused silence.
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- However, while he was out, Julie had slipped a note beneath his door imploring him to do so, as it would be "tremendous fun!"
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- Eventually, however, he needed a break and scooted off the floor, where he mopped his brow and tapped his foot in time to the music.
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- As Bellagrog opened her mouth, however, a single voice interrupted her.
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- He was cold, however ...terribly, terribly cold.†
Chpt 13 —however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.
- However, I must implore you to resist that urge, Max.
Chpt 14 —however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- However, Bob insisted on making a quick inventory of Max's supplies, granting his approval only when satisfied with the stores of woolen undergarments and a harpoon that could be socketed to his walking stick.
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- Of late, however, something darker had taken root.
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- Whenever Max tried to alter the ship's course, however, the oars fell slack, as did the lines and rigging.
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- His body was burning with a Sickly fever, however, and he gulped down what remained.
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- This time, however, something rose with it.
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- To his dismay, however, he found no bucket or chain—just a crumbling pile of large stones that ringed, a black hole some four feet across.
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- As he closed his eyes, however, Max heard other noises, too.
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- However, given the gloom and the rain, he saw nothing.
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- As he drew nearer, however, details began to emerge on the small white form.
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- When they arrived at Mina, however, the lights lingered and began to orbit around her head like a crown.
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- Unlike hags, however, there was considerable variety in goblin size and appearance.
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- In his haste, however, the young goblin had neglected to remove the sheath, and it thudded weakly against Max's shoulder.
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- We do know, however, that Remus met an Etruscan witch and the two lived the rest of their lives together, eventually migrating north to Gaul and Germania.
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- Throughout this mad jumble, however, Max could see unmistakable elements of human architecture—Chinese pavilions, Islamic minarets, Egyptian obelisks, massive domes and cupolas whose scale dwarfed their human antecedents.
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- The second, however, continued to rise above the city, winding above the conical rooftops and chimneys toward the second series of walls.
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- Looking closer, however, he noticed that this one's features were marred with slight cracks and deformities about its nose and mouth.
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- Far more peculiar, however, was the fact that the vye had two heads.
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- As the fight progressed, however, Max found his old skills returning.
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Definitions:
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(however as in: However, complications may...) 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, despite that, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, in contrast and but.
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(2)
(however as in: However much she tried...) to whatever degree (regardless of how much; or whatever unspecified amount)
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(however as in: However you do it, get it done!) in whatever way
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(meaning too rare to warrant focus) Much more rarely (and arguably incorrectly), however can be used to intensify the word how, as when one says "However did you find her?" Grammarians would suggest using two words for that usage: "How ever did you find her?"