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Withal

[with-AWL]

Part of speech: adverb

Origin: Middle English, 12th century

1.

In addition; as a further factor or consideration.

2.

All the same; nevertheless (used when adding something that contrasts with a previous comment).

Examples of Withal in a sentence

"Anthony’s new electric car is cheap to fuel, and fast withal."

"The weather called for sunny skies, but it rained withal."

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