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Contrasting with

Grammar: Comparison and Contrast

が connects two contrasting clauses, similar to “but” or “even though” in English.

Sometimes, が is used simply to connect clauses without contrast.

Examples

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Even though it's still chilly with 〜が〜

Grammar Explanation: Contrasting with 〜が〜

Manga panel from ARIA The MASTERPIECE showing example of Even though it's still chilly with 〜が〜.
ARIA The MASTERPIECE » Volume 7 » Page 4

Akari narrates about her group’s change from winter uniforms to summer uniforms.

灯里(あかり):
「まだちょっぴり肌寒(はだざむ)いですが私(わたし)たちは今日(きょう)から衣替(ころもが)えをしました」
“It is still a little chilly, but we changed our uniforms today.”