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“Although” vs “Though” vs “Despite” vs “In Spite of” |
25 Jul 2024
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All these words/phrases are similar in meaning. They all serve to record something that is surprising or unexpected. But the difference in usage is that although, though and even though are all conjunctions, whilst in spite of and despite are both prepositions.
Although and though can be used in the same way. Though is more common in informal speech and writing, whereas although can be used in a wide variety of styles. Also, though is more commonly used in American English.
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