No. 91 in Greek

ωστόσο

However.

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Σκέφτηκα να πάω βόλτα, ωστόσο ο καιρός ήταν πολύ κρύος.
I thought about going for a walk; however, the weather was very cold.
In this sentence, "ωστόσο" is used as a conjunction to introduce a contrasting idea, highlighting the opposition between the intention and the condition.
Η Μαρία ξέχασε τα κλειδιά της, ωστόσο κατάφερε να μπει στο σπίτι.
Maria forgot her keys; however, she managed to get into the house.
Here, "ωστόσο" marks a surprising or unexpected continuation of events despite a potential obstacle.
Οι προετοιμασίες ολοκληρώθηκαν εγκαίρως, ωστόσο λίγοι καλεσμένοι ήρθαν.
The preparations were completed on time; however, few guests attended.
In this example, "ωστόσο" contrasts the efforts made and the outcome observed.

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