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contrary to what one might expect · actually · contrariwise · why don't you

dào shi
WordHSK 5
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Then explain to me why you have Rima's pictures on your phone.
I’d certainly like to go and watch a film, but I’m not sure if I have time.
The style of this item of clothing is good; it's just a bit expensive.
That’s actually the truth.
这倒是事实。
I'd certainly like to go and watch the match; it's just that I'm not sure if I have time.
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