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N2

つつ(も)

💡Meaning

Even while; although

📝Usage

Verb[stem] + つつ(も)

⚠️Notes

Expresses that two contradictory actions or feelings exist at the same time. (e.g., 悪いと知りつつも、嘘をついてしまった。 - Although I knew it was wrong, I ended up lying.)