Linking words of contrast

It was raining. ................... , we still went to the park.

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He is allergic to cats, ..... he bought one.

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I thought you were joking! ........., I am very serious.

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The restaurant has a good reputation. .............., the food was terrible.

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It was an unfortunate experience, but, ..........., we can learn from our mistakes.

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He studied very hard, ......... he failed the test.

• yet

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She is very mature and independent ........ she is very young.

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.......... she tried hard, she couldn't solve the puzzle.

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It wasn't a good thing. ............., it was a huge mistake.

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I'd like to eat out in the restaurant. ............, I should be trying to save money.

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