Connectors of contrast

Followed by a clause:

1. But / while

My sister likes walking, while I prefer playing tennis.My sister likes walking, but I prefer playing tennis.

Followed by a noun phrase:
1. Despite / in spite of

We went for a walk despite the rainWe went for a walk in spite of the rain

Followed by a clause:

2. Although / even though

Although he studied, he failed the testEven though he studied, he failed the test

Beginning a sentence and followed by a comma:

1. On the one hand / on the other hand

On the one hand, playing computer games can be funny. On the other hand, it can be a waste of time.

Beginning a sentence and followed by a comma:

2. However / Nevertheless

The concert was short. However, it was very good.The concert was short. Nevertheless, it was very good.

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