Surprising Results
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 expatriates voted early by mail and did not wait."
However, the expenditures were higher than we expected and we had to shut down."
Nevertheless
Example:
Nevertheless, if the facilitator is biased we won't get unbiased results."
Nevertheless, we can achieve sustainability if we for a company that is not just for profit."
Nonetheless
Example:
Nonetheless, we are going to update our fact sheet."
Nonetheless, we are seeking assistance from a faith-based organization."