be that as it may see under ↑may1
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Main Entry: ↑be
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be that as it may
In spite of that
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Main Entry: ↑may
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be that as it may mainly spoken phrase
used for saying that even if something is true, it does not affect your opinion
Be that as it may, I still think Mr Livingstone is the best man for the job.
Thesaurus: not relevant or appropriatesynonym
Main entry: be
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Isee may I
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despite that; nevertheless
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be that as it may
formal
— used to introduce a statement that is somehow different from what has just been said
There has been some improvement in the economy in recent months, but, be that as it may [=despite that, even so], many people are still looking for work.
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Main Entry: ↑may
Useful english dictionary. 2012.