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Usages of doch
Die Laterne wurde bereits repariert, doch der Schatten bleibt.
The lantern has already been repaired, yet the shadow remains.
Die Frist ist knapp, doch das lässt sich vermeiden.
The deadline is tight, yet that can be avoided.
Das Team arbeitet unter Zeitdruck, die Zeit ist knapp, doch mindestens zwei Kolleginnen helfen weiter.
The team works under time pressure; time is tight, yet at least two female colleagues keep helping.
Ihr Blick war komisch, doch sie blieb freundlich.
Her look was odd, yet she remained friendly.
Äußerlich bleibt mein Alltag gleich, doch innerlich fühle ich eine spürbare Ruhe.
On the outside my everyday life stays the same, yet inside I feel a noticeable calm.
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