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Definitions for although
ɔlˈðoʊal·though
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althoughconjunction
Though, even though, in spite of the fact that:
Although it was very muddy, the football game went on.
althoughconjunction
But, except.
It was difficult, although not as difficult as we had expected.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Althoughconj.
Notwithstanding; however it may be granted; however it may be that.
Etymology: from all and though.
We all know, that many things are believed, although they be intricate, obscure, and dark; although they exceed the reach and capacity of our wits; yea, although in this world they be no way possible to be understood. Richard Hooker, b. v. § 22.
Me the gold of France did not seduce,
Although I did admit it as a motive
The sooner to effect what I intended. William Shakespeare, Hen. V.The stress must be laid upon a majority; without which the laws would be of little weight, although they be good additional securities. Jonathan Swift.
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Although
Although is a conjunction used to introduce a contrasting or opposing idea to the main clause. It indicates that a condition or situation exists, but that it does not prevent or negate the truth of the main statement or argument.
Webster Dictionary
Although
grant all this; be it that; supposing that; notwithstanding; though
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Although
awl-thō′, conj. admitting all that: notwithstanding that. [See Though.]
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Spoken Corpus Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'although' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #176
Written Corpus Frequency
Rank popularity for the word 'although' in Written Corpus Frequency: #540
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of although in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of although in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
Examples of although in a Sentence
We expect continued growth in 2015, but not in double digits, we see revenues rising close to 10 percent, we will also try to keep our EBITDA margin in line with 2014, although it won't be easy.
The CDU in Thuringia supported this candidate, against the clear recommendation of the federal party ... although it should have been clear to everyone that it was an opportunity for the AfD to play games.
We are now starting to see the 'Remain' campaign edge into a lead, although without a major boost which some may have predicted following (Obama's visit), the challenge for the Remain campaign continues to be in getting a high turnout among younger voters.
I know Vice President Biden and his wife and am grateful to have called his son Beau, who also served in the National Guard, a friend, although I may not agree with the Vice President on every issue, I know that he has a good heart and is motivated by his love for our country and the American people.
Christmas Day is generally a time for friends and families to get together, and although we can't be with our families this year, we will be orbiting the Earth 16 times on Christmas Day and sending all our good wishes to everybody back down on beautiful planet Earth.
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