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Meanings of though in English

In spite of that.

Despite the fact that.\ [Expression to indicate that something occurs or is done in the opposite way than what is required or sensible.]

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Examples for "although"
Examples for "although"
1
Government forces retook territory from the insurgents last year, although attacks continue.
Reuters
2
Season: Spring through fall, although sunny winter days can offer good conditions.
Climbing Magazine
3
Israeli settlements are considered illegal under international law, although Israeli disputes this.
Reuters
4
Electronic patient records were feasible for research, although several areas needed improvement.
Pubmed
5
Conclusions: TAP reduced transmission risk among HIV-positive MSM, although results are modest.
Pubmed
1
Yet in spite of this great change, the species remained essentially human.
Last and First Men
2
The air was dusky; the cold, in spite of the fire, intolerable.
A Mountain Woman
3
Her aunt scolded in vain; in spite of the remarks of Mlle.
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Vol...
4
The thing is inevitable; it will be done in spite of you.
Battle Studies; Ancient and Modern Battle
5
Her weariness sounded in her voice; it quivered in spite of her.
The Bars of Iron
Usage of though in English
1
Unfortunately, though not unsurprisingly, the news from Europe does not look good.
The Irish Times
2
Sure, and I've already said, 'Good-bye.' Thanks for answering my question, though.
My Name is Legion
3
There's one major exception to this sea change, though: the holiday season.
Wired
4
All in all, though, a good list that encapsulates a good year.
The Guardian
5
The answer to the question today, though, is surprisingly closer to home.
Independent.ie
6
Many questions still remain though, including whether his announcement effects private schools.
The South African
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One senior Republican said an agreement could come today, though hurdles remain.
The Irish Times
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Even though revealing our activities would certainly result in far more harm?
Seven Surrenders
9
Europe certainly beckons for Stuttgart, though -Europe the band, that is.
The Guardian
10
Until the situation is clear, Joseph leads, though he'll be challenged soon.
All together dead
11
Activity fell in Europe, though, after several big bank fundraisings last year.
Reuters
12
Before I finish though, I must clear up one important issue: Scripting.
Wired
13
One particular exchange may not go quite the way you expect though!
The South African
14
Prevention work was crucial though, with serious offenders getting younger, he said.
Radio NZ
15
England continued to attack, though, and looked particularly dangerous down the right.
The Guardian
16
In this case, though, the uncommon circumstances may explain the early action.
Reuters
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