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    althoughsubordinating conjunction/ɔːlˈðəʊ/

    Used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement in your sentence seem surprising; followed by a clause.

    Although it rained all day, we still went to the market.

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    howeverlinking adverb/haʊˈevə(r)/

    Used to introduce a contrast or a statement that contrasts with what has just been said.

    I studied hard for the exam; however, I didn't get the grade I expected.

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    on the other handdiscourse marker / phrase/ɒn ði ˈʌðə(r) hænd/

    Used to introduce a contrasting point of view or another side of an argument.

    Online classes are flexible. On the other hand, they can reduce interaction between students.