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Linking Language
'However', 'nevertheless', and 'nonetheless' connect two sentences and show an unexpected result to what has been stated in the preceding sentence. 'However' is the most common of these expressions, whereas 'nevertheless' and 'nonetheless' are more formal are generally used in written English.
However
Example:
However, the accountant decided to issue payments by means of a voucher.
However, she decided to remain in Seattle to use the voucher.
Nevertheless
Example:
Nevertheless, if we are lazy at work the bank won't get the actual yield.
Nevertheless, if we don't accept this loan, we won't be able to get our business up and running.
Nonetheless
Example:
Nonetheless, our sales representatives are always at your service and ready to assist you, even over the holiday weekend.
Nonetheless, deregulation of the cigarette industry will not mean higher prices.