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Conjunctions - Conjunctions of Contrast

These conjunctions are used to show a relationship between two clauses, where the second clause presents a fact or idea that is in contrast to the first clause.

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Categorized English Conjunctions
but

used for introducing a word, phrase, or idea that is different to what has already been said

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yet

used to add a statement that is surprising compared to what has just been said

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even though

used to indicate that despite a certain fact or situation mentioned in the first clause, the second clause follows

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though

used to say something surprising compared to the main idea

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although

used to introduce a contrast to what has just been said

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even if

used to introduce a hypothetical or conditional situation that contrasts with reality, implying that regardless of whether a certain condition is fulfilled or not, the outcome or action mentioned will still occur

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while

despite the fact that; even though

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whereas

used to introduce a statement that is true for one thing and false for another

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albeit

although, even though

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rather than

used to express a preference or choice between two alternatives

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much as

used to show a contrast between two things or situations

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when

used to imply unexpected or ironic outcomes

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whilst

used to indicate a contrast between two things

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let alone

much less

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no that

used to introduce a clarification, exception, or contrast to a previous statement or idea

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save

used to introduce an exception or concession to what has been stated previously

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only

used to introduce a restriction, exception, or limitation to what has been stated

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except

used before you mention something that makes a statement not completely true

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