although
[ɔːlˈðoʊ]
Definition:
1. Despite the fact that.
2. But or however.
Use 'although' in a sentence:
- 1. Although a vicious hunter, the lioness was as gentle as a dove when playing with her cubs.
- 2. Although it was late, there was still enough time to keep the rendezvous.
- 3. Although I was only six, I can remember seeing it on TV.
- 4. Although small, the kitchen is well designed.
- 5. Although his relationship with his mother had improved somewhat, he was still depressed.
- 6. Although he was only grumbling, his choice of words made Rodney angry.
- 7. They got on well together although they were total strangers.
- 8. Although he had never met Geoffrey Hardcastle, he knew a good deal about him.
- 9. It's not too late to fix the problem, although time is clearly getting short.
- 10. Although she felt ill, she still went to work.
- 11. Although the two countries were officially at peace, fighting continued.
- 12. Although their careers are important many said they plan to retire at 50.
- 13. Although large in area, the flat did not have many rooms.
- 14. Although not essential, some prior knowledge of statistics is desirable.
- 15. Although the police say efforts are being made, they are not doing enough.
- 16. Although he is getting along in years, he can work hard as usual.
- 17. Although exceptions could be made, the rule still stands.
- 18. I like her, although I could cheerfully throttle her at times.
- 19. Mother is devoted to Dad although they squabble all the time.
- 20. Although an agreement has been reached, rumbles of resentment can still be heard.
- 21. Although he is known to only a few, his reputation among them is very great.
- 22. Although they're expensive, they last forever and never go out of style.
- 23. He was in love with her, although he did not put that name to it.
- 24. I was never really happy there, although the people were kindness itself.
- 25. Although the coral looks hard, it is very delicate.
- 26. Although the journey was a long and lonely one, Tumalo pushed on.
- 27. Although not ideal, this attitude is not entirely destructive.
- 28. The high tax policy is certainly unpopular, although it's unlikely to meet the soaring armament expenditures.
- 29. Although he was twice as old as us, he became the life and soul of the company.
- 30. Although prices are falling in absolute terms , energy is still expensive.
- 31. Although the car is basically sound, I was worried about certain areas.
- 32. Although he was experienced, he was not infallible.
- 33. Although the translation is not perfect, he did it to the best of his ability.
- 34. Although he was based in Wales, distance was no object.
- 35. The refugees are still jumpy, although they are now in safety.
- 36. I felt he was wrong, although I didn't say so at the time.
- 37. Although most condoms contain spermicide, there are some manufactured without.
- 38. Although I tried, at first Luther would not hear to it.
- 39. Although not formally trained as an art historian, he is widely respected for his knowledge of the period.
- 40. Although he grew up in the country, he's always had a taste for the bright lights.
- 41. Although the bed was smashed to pieces, the man was miraculously unhurt.
- 42. Although we didn't know it, this incident was a taste of things to come.
- 43. Although Bill has been in trouble with the police, he earns an honest penny these days by driving a van.
- 44. Although it was off season, the hotel was fully occupied.
- 45. Although her illness is serious, her condition is beginning to stabilize.
- 46. Although the shooting has stopped for now, the destruction left behind is enormous.
- 47. Although he was on home ground, his campaign had been rocked by adultery allegations.
- 48. Although the team lost, they played with tremendous spirit.
- 49. Although there is no overt hostility, black and white students do not mix much.
- 50. Although the sun was shining it wasn't very warm.
- 51. Although we have only met by chance , I can see you are a very remarkable girl with a clear purpose in life.
- 52. Although it is tasty, crab is very filling.
- 53. Although I could pass him I could not shake him off.
- 54. Although I expected to enjoy living in the country, in fact the reverse is true.
- 55. The two pictures are similar, although not identical.
- 56. Something about the man was familiar, although Hillsden could not immediately place him.
- 57. Although he's nearly 80, he is still very active.
- 58. The ship went down although strenuous efforts were made to save it.
- 59. Although three days isn't very long, shortage of time was the least of his problems.
- 60. Although he's ninety, his mental faculties remain unimpaired.
- 61. Although I poured it carefully, I still managed to spill some.
- 62. Although the machine looks cumbersome, it is actually easy to use.