much as
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と同じくらい, にもかかわらず
used to show a contrast between two things or situations
例
Much as she wanted to join the expedition, she had prior commitments.
いくら彼女が探検に参加したくても、先約があった。
They continued with the event much as the rain started to fall.
雨が降り始めたにもかかわらず、彼らはイベントを続けた。
