2 meanings, 10 uses
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1 —9 uses as in:
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.)
(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,
- However, it seemed better than our other option, which was to be crushed under a two-ton bronze foot.p. 322.6
Other Uses (with this meaning)
- However, Percy Jackson did not favor his father's chosen garb of beach shorts and Hawaiian shirts.p. 28.2
- Sally lent Meg and me some proper winter fleece jackets, however.p. 46.3
- My dinner, however, was less than poetic.p. 109.6
- However, their questions were painful reminders of my fallen status.p. 110.4
- In the meantime, however, this three-legged race can foster important team-building skills.p. 121.3
- However, I was referring to a different problem.p. 154.9
- This time, however, I gained no satisfaction from my glorious exploits.p. 185.1
- This time, however, I was more prepared.p. 293.2
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2 —1 use as in:
However you do it, get it done!
Definition
in whatever way
- Whoever Meg McCaffrey was, however she had happened to find me, our fates were now intertwined.p. 24.2
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