"concessive clause" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: concessive clauses [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} concessive clause (plural concessive clauses)
  1. (grammar) A subordinate clause that introduces a statement that contrasts with or concedes to the main idea in a sentence, highlighting an unexpected outcome.
    Sense id: en-concessive_clause-en-noun-htpXbq66 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Grammar Topics: grammar, human-sciences, linguistics, sciences

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