Example of Concessive Proposals

A proposition is a phrase or syntactic construction that is not independent but depends on another segment of the sentence; for this reason, propositions always require a nexus to join the topic sentence.

The concessive propositions They are those that express an objection or difficulty to what is said in the main sentence; However, this obstacle does not prevent the fulfillment of what is stated in the sentence.

For example:

• “They gave us the complete qualification although we deliver the work out of time": The concessive proposition indicates an obstacle (deliver out of time) that does not prevent the realization of the main sentence (put full grade).
• “Even though we are friends he doesn't tell me much about his life ”: the proposition indicates a concession (even though we are friends) which is a difficulty despite which the main action is performed (it doesn't tell me much)

Structure of the concessive propositions

If we analyze the previous examples, we see that the concessive propositions form compound sentences that maintain the following structure:

• Main sentence + concessive nexus + concessive proposition
• He was fired yesterday (or. principal) even though (nexus) was an excellent worker (concessive proposition)

The concessive ties that work as a link between the proposition and the main sentence are the following:

• Even if: “Although there are difficulties, a true love always sees the way to overcome them "," Dogs are hungry although I already fed them "
• By more than: "He did not want to charge me as much as I insisted on giving him a part”.
• Despite: "We will continue to be together even though distance tries to separate us”.
• Although: "I will still love you even when a thousand years pass”.
• Yes OK: “While they won first place, it was not official until they checked that everything was in order "

Examples of concessive propositions (explained):

For a better understanding, the concessive proposition is highlighted in bold in the following sentences. In addition, in each example the parts of the sentence are indicated: what is the main sentence, what is the concessive nexus, and what is the concessive proposition.

1. Even if (nexus) so much time has passed (proposition), we remain great friends as from day one (main sentence)
2. You did not want to take the medicine your doctor prescribed (topic sentence) por more than (nexus) he insisted that he would not be cured (proposition)
3. Despite (nexus) spends a lot of money (proposition), keep making more money (topic sentence)
4. The taxi driver sped past the traffic light (topic sentence) toa what (nexus) the light was already red (proposition)
5. Yes OK (nexus) there is no official successor (proposition) all people support the same person (main sentence)
6. Although (nexus) we apologize (proposition), Sara didn't want to forgive us for forgetting her birthday (main sentence)
7. I will compete in the final round (main sentence) even if (nexus) my family does not want (proposition)
8. You must fulfill your obligations (main sentence) although (nexus) do not wish (proposition)
9. Even if (nexus) write a lot (proposition) you won't finish today's homework (main sentence)
10. Despite (nexus) hurry up (proposition), you will not reach the stores open (main sentence)
11. Even if (nexus) you want to deny it (proposition), we all know you're in love with her (main sentence)
12. He did not turn to see us (main sentence) por more than (nexus) we yell at him from our place (proposition)
13. Despite (nexus) We almost never see each other (proposition), we have had a great friendship for years (main sentence)
14. I did not like this novel at all (main sentence) toa what (nexus) many had recommended it to me (proposition)
15. Yes OK (nexus) it is a risky surgery (proposition), recovery is relatively fast (topic sentence)
16. He had more beers (main sentence) toa when (nexus) I was already very drunk (proposition)
17. Even if (nexus) he had on the security mica (proposition), my whole cell phone screen broke (main sentence)
18. By more than (nexus) I try to move forward (proposition), I can't finish doing the final project for the class (main sentence)
19. We always talk to each other again as if nothing had happened (main sentence) to Although (nexus) we had a fight five minutes before (proposition)
20. Even if (nexus) I hired a better internet package (proposition), I still don't have good connection speed (main sentence)
21. Yes OK (nexus) he doesn't have much experience (proposition), the candidate has a very good disposition and attitude to learn (main sentence)
22. The noises from the party next door are still very loud (main sentence) toa when (nexus) we already closed all the doors and windows (proposition)
23. Even if (nexus) we had dinner at home (proposition), we ate again because that was delicious (main sentence)
24. By more than (nexus) I tried to reach him on his work phone (proposition), he never answered me (main sentence)
25. He does not dare to tell him what he feels (main sentence) to Although (nexus) he has had many opportunities to do it (proposition)
26. Even if (nexus) I do not want (proposition), I will always love you (main sentence)
27. Yes OK (nexus) we leave the clothes drying on the clothesline (proposition), she is still very wet (main sentence)
28. My dog ​​is very aggressive (main sentence) yet when (nexus) As a puppy he socialized with various dogs (proposition)
29. The surface is very dirty (topic sentence) toa what (nexus) apparently it doesn't seem like it (proposition)
30. By more than (nexus) they walked (proposition), they couldn't find the way out of that forest (main sentence)
31. Horror stories don't scare me (topic sentence) to Although (nexus) paranormal experiences have happened to me (proposition)
32. Even if (nexus) get the money (proposition), not sure they can get you the piece (main sentence)
33. Yes OK (nexus) this program was not very popular at its launch (proposition), then he became very famous (main sentence)
34. A strange smell continues to be perceived throughout the property (topic sentence) toa when (nexus) we already clean in depth (proposition)
35. They always keep the blinds closed (topic sentence) toa what (nexus) be it daytime (proposition)
36. By more than (nexus) I try to forget about his love (proposition), I always remember it at any time (main sentence)
37. Despite (nexus) these items were not used much (proposition), they were quite damaged by humidity (main sentence)
38. You have not been able to lose weight (topic sentence) toa what (nexus) have tried to change your habits (proposition)
39. Yes OK (nexus) the work was not excellent (proposition), met all the requirements to have the highest rating.
40. We did not get the cable we were looking for (main sentence) toa when (nexus) We went through all the electronics stores (proposition)
41. Even if (nexus) he doesn't like school very much (proposition), if you like to learn about the topics that interest you (topic sentence)
42. The weather hasn't cooled down yet (main sentence) por more than (nexus) it rained (proposition)
43. Despite (nexus) does not earn much money (proposition) is very good to reach you for many things (main sentence)
44. There can always be complications (topic sentence) toa what (nexus) it is a simple surgery (proposition)
45. Yes OK (nexus) there is no evidence of its efficacy (proposition), many people trust this treatment (main sentence)
46. They did not accept the parking ticket (main sentence) aun when (nexus) we had already paid (proposition)
47. Even if (nexus) his routine was the best (proposition), the judges gave him second place in the competition (main sentence).
48. By more than (nexus) we tried to convince him not to sue (proposition), we can't make him see reason (main sentence).
49. Despite (nexus) they didn't have much in common (proposition) they had a great time together (main sentence)
50. Even if (nexus) the knife is worn (proposition) still cuts pretty well (main sentence)
51. Yes OK (nexus) we left the house early (proposition), we're late for the movie show (topic sentence)
52. The boy disobeyed his parents (main sentence) although (nexus) he knew he would receive punishment (proposition)
53. Even if (nexus) you leave (proposition), I will always take you to a special place in my heart (main sentence)
54. By more than (nexus) tried (proposition), I can't completely forget his love (main sentence)
55. Despite (nexus) we try to get out of the house on time (proposition), we didn't get to the show on time (main sentence)
56. He's going to hire another movie subscription (main sentence) toa what (nexus) already has two different currently (proposition)
57. Yes OK (nexus) the flight was canceled because of the airline (proposition), they didn't want to give us a refund (main sentence)
58. Although (nexus) does not have money (proposition) borrow to keep spending (main sentence)
59. I will continue to love you (main sentence) although (nexus) life comes to separate us (proposition)
60. By more than (nexus) I try to analyze the photograph (proposition) I can't find the differences with the other (main sentence)