In spite of what has just been said; despite that. It introduces something that contrasts with or slightly surprises what came before.
Built in English from “none the less,” literally meaning “not any less.” Over time, it fused into a single adverb, like “nevertheless.”
This word is a great example of three everyday words smashed into one: “none the less.” It shows how English often glues phrases together over centuries when people say them quickly and frequently.
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