# even though

idiom · CEFR B1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/even-though
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

you use this to connect two ideas when the second part makes the first part surprising.

## Examples

- I went for a walk even though it was raining.
- She decided to buy the expensive dress even though she knew she should save her money for rent.
- Even though the evidence against the suspect appeared overwhelming at first, the defense attorney managed to cast significant doubt on the prosecution's entire case.

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