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N1

ところを

💡Meaning

When; even though

📝Usage

普通形 + ところを

⚠️Notes

Used to express gratitude or apology when someone does something for you in a difficult situation. "At a time when..." (e.g., お忙しいところを、わざわざお越しいただきありがとうございます。 - Thank you for taking the trouble to come at a time when you are so busy.)