even though

idiom

used as a stronger way to say "though" or "although"
She stayed with him even though he often mistreated her.
I'm going even though it may rain.

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His dip have been been covered up to a certain extent by an excellent Grand Slam record, even though the 2024 victories at Wimbledon and the French Open were not entirely convincing. Tim Ellis, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025 But at the same time, there are efforts in Congress to scuttle the program, even though thousands of other vets, like Conlon, still need the help. Quil Lawrence, NPR, 22 Mar. 2025 What was clearly invented as an internet-friendly aside quickly became a popular series unto its own—even though O’Brien’s attempt at engaging with a younger generation’s interest was loaded with scorn. David Sims, The Atlantic, 22 Mar. 2025 That's because the company announced they would no longer be accepted at any store, even though they weren't yet closed. Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for even though

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“Even though.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/even%20though. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

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