be that as it may

They may object. Be that as it may, the rule applies to everyone.
She admitted the point, then said, “Be that as it may, I disagree.”
Be that as it may, we still need a decision today.
He has little experience. Be that as it may, his proposal deserves a hearing.
The cost is high. Be that as it may, the repairs cannot wait.

Similar words

still

nevertheless

all the same

even so

The cost is high. Be that as it may, the repairs cannot wait.
He has little experience. Be that as it may, his proposal deserves a hearing.
Be that as it may, we still need a decision today.
They may object. Be that as it may, the rule applies to everyone.
She admitted the point, then said, “Be that as it may, I disagree.”

even so

all the same

nevertheless

still

The words literally allow that something may be so, then turn back to the main point.

What does be that as it may mean?

Be that as it may accepts a point without letting it change the main conclusion.

When is be that as it may used?

It often follows an objection in formal discussion or writing.

How does be that as it may differ from nevertheless?

Nevertheless simply marks contrast, while be that as it may first concedes the other point.

How is be that as it may used in a sentence?

The cost is high. Be that as it may, the repairs cannot wait.

Is be that as it may formal?

Yes. Be that as it may sounds formal or deliberate.

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