nevertheless

adverb

ˌne-vər-t͟hə-ˈles How to pronounce nevertheless (audio)
Definition of neverthelessnext
as in however
in spite of that I really don't want to; nevertheless, I will do it because you asked me to

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Recent Examples of nevertheless The complaint nevertheless triggered a full internal investigation into Olson, who had not previously been disciplined during her 13 years with the Aurora Police Department. — Brian Maass, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026 Its designation, nevertheless, remains the subject of a court challenge. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026 Slim, elegant, refined, and expensive, its success was nevertheless anything but assured. — Simon De Burton, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026 Hyman said psychotherapy following a psychedelic experience could nevertheless help patients process powerful emotions, memories, and other psychological effects. — Meghana Keshavan, STAT, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nevertheless
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Adverb
  • Some states, however, have chosen not to adopt the federal rule because of concerns about near-term revenue losses.
    — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • At some point, however, Heritage needed a few defensive stops.
    — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of however
Adverb
  • Even if an available person is never called upon to help, their latent availability nonetheless improves the atmosphere for everyone present.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The exhibition nonetheless offered a glimpse of what Nick Nurse’s team could look like when the regular season begins next week.
    — Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of nonetheless
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  • Unlike the income tax, though, the property tax is regressive, meaning its rate is not adjusted to reflect a payer’s earnings or wealth.
    — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Away from the cameras and stage lights, though, her approach to style has evolved.
    — Lindy Segal, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of though
Adverb
  • His music put melody and relatability ahead of acrobatics, and his overtures still had swagger.
    — Clover Hope, Pitchfork, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Until now, Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele has insisted the men were still alive and being held by gangs.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026
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“Nevertheless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nevertheless. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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