Be that as it may

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Even if that is true.

You say she's very smart, be that as it may, she still has a lot to learn.
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Concession Starter

Use it to acknowledge a fact before presenting a contrasting view or argument.

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Sure, he has experience, be that as it may, we need someone with fresh ideas.
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Conversation Shift

It's a polite way to shift the conversation or to introduce a different perspective.

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They were favored to win, be that as it may, the underdogs showed impressive skill.
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