I think exams are important. I think we have too many. (however)
I think exams are important. However, I think we have too many.
I'm a terrible singer. I have two parents who are good musicians. (despite)
I'm a terrible singer, despite having two parents who are good musicians.
I'm allergic to dogs. My parents are getting a puppy. (despite the fact that)
Despite the fact that I'm allergic to dogs, my parents are getting a puppy.
I like trying out new things. I don't always like the things I try. (although)
I like trying out new things, although I don't always like the things I try. / Although I don't always like the things I try, I like trying out new things.
I find Math and Science really easy. Subjects like Literature and English are difficult for me. (in contrast)
I find Math and Science really easy. In contrast, subjects like Literature and English are difficult for me.
They had only known each other for a few months. They got engaged. (even though)
Even though they had only known each other for a few months, they got engaged.
Most students don't like exams. Many teachers think they are useful. (whereas)
Most students don't like exams, whereas many teachers think they are useful.
She passed her driving test. She made a lot of mistakes. (in spite of)
She passed her driving test in spite of making a lot of mistakes.
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