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 combined cost of raw material and labor was not the primary production cost.
However, we were able to speed up the production cycle during the recession.
Nevertheless
Example:
Nevertheless, if we don't provide the fuel the industrial truck will stay in the garage.
Nevertheless, if we don't take account of all production factors we will not be successful.
Nonetheless
Example:
Nevertheless, we are going to hire a new production management team.
Nonetheless, we are going to press ahead with our plans for innovation.