Connectors Flashcards
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In spite of
We had a great time in spite of the rain
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Despite
Despite the fact that it rained we still had a great time.
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Although
Although he studied very hard, he still didn’t pass the exam
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Even though
Even though it was expensive, I bought it
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However
However, there were many challenges.
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Nevertheless
Nevertheless , the budget is always the expression of a political desire.
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Still
It is still a famous school.
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Yet
It was early, yet we were all ready for bed after our long hike.
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Even so
Even so, the rest of the world is not powerless
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on the contrary
On the contrary, it is the only functioning democracy in the Middle East.
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Whereas
He likes broccoli, whereas she hates
Reason and cause
Because
She is not coming because she can’t find a babysitter
Purpose
In orden to
He went to the doctor’s in order to have his annual check-up
Purpose
So that
I will give you money so that you can buy me a ticket.
Consequence
As a result
You didn’t pass the class. As a result, you have to take it again next semester
