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but/at the same time/ Use yet to introduce surprising fact after the previous fact you've just mentioned.
Ex: The road was dark, yet I slowly found my way. |
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Despite the fact that
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Ex: She walked home by herself, although she knew that it was dangerous. |
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Use to introduce an opposite situation
Ex: My husband likes classical music – I, on the other hand, like all kinds. |
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You use nevertheless when saying something that contrasts with what has just been said.
Ex: Many marriages fail. Nevertheless, people continue to get married. |
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But/ yet/ Use however when you're adding a comment which is surprising or which contrasts with what has just been said.
Ex: The engineers said the bridge was now safe, however, no one wanted to risk crossing it. |
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You use as to introduce short clauses which comment on the truth of what you are saying.
Ex: As you can see, we're still working. |
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