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although
[ awl-thoh ]
conjunction
- in spite of the fact that; even though; though.
although
/ ɔːˈðəʊ /
conjunction
- subordinating despite the fact that; even though
although she was ill, she worked hard
Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
The UAE has been widely accused of funding the RSF, although both parties have always denied these accusations.
Pham said Pederson was “messing with my money” and objected to Pederson putting a player on injured reserve and adding a free agent to his roster, although Pederson said Pham had “literally done the same thing” with his fantasy team.
Another side of him was revealed during the 2023 World Series when he voluntarily gave an at-bat to Diamondbacks teammate and friend Jace Peterson, although Pham was four for four and could have become the first player to go five for five in a World Series game.
Although Ossai has been sentenced to be deported, he and his British wife asked the High Court to assess them to care for Lucy.
No reason has been given, although it may have something to do with the funeral taking place on Shabbat, the Jewish Sabbath.
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More About Although
is a basic definition of although?
Although is a conjunction that means in spite of the fact that or even though.
Although is used to connect phrases, clauses, or sentences. Generally, although is used to contrast facts, to say that something is true even if it seems to disagree with other information, or to connect statements that have different moods or express different feelings.
Used in a sentence:
- I didn’t win the game, although I tried as hard as I could.
- She says red is her favorite color, although she always wears green.
- Although he rarely shows it, Tony loves his son.
Where does although come from?
The first records of although come from around 1275. It comes from the Middle English al thogh and is a combination of all and though.
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How is although used in real life?
Although is a commonly used conjunction that connects contrasting facts or statements that appear to conflict with each other.
I've had a surprisingly productive day, although you wouldn't know it from the amount of tweeting I've done.
— Zoah Hedges-Stocks (@Zoah_HS)
Although I'm hopeful for a better year in 2021, the fact is many people are still hurting now. I wanted to start the year highlighting three organizations we all can support, should you be interested.
— Brie Larson (@brielarson)
Although she plays for Japan, Naomi Osaka is also the first player of Haitian descent to win a grand slam final.
— Jeff (@JeffJSays)
Try using although!
Is although used correctly in the following sentence?
Although the shirt looks ugly, it is made with very expensive material.
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