be that as it may

be that as it may
be that as it may
Cliché even if what you say is true. •

I am sorry to hear about your troubles, but, be that as it may, you still must carry out your responsibilities.

Be that as it may, I still cannot help you.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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