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English Word of the Day: 294 although - conjunction

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Word of the Day:

although - conjunction - pronunciation link

Definition

even if it is true that

Example Sentences

Although the test is difficult, you should be able to pass if you study.
She left for the beach although it was raining.

Quiz of the Day - Homophone Quizzes:

Homonyms and homophones are one of two or more words that have the same sound and often the same spelling but differ in meaning (i.e. to, too, two). Test your knowledge of homophones with these quizzes.

Homophone Quizzes

English Worksheet of the Day - Guide to Past Perfect and Past Perfect Continuous:

Guide to learning past perfect and past perfect continuous for students and teachers. This guide includes a brief description, links to detailed explanations, quizzes, free lesson plans, related activities and worksheets.

Guide to Past Perfect and Past Perfect Continuous

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