C1 · Word order

al … als: a point conceded

Concession with al … als in a formal style.

Even if the minister resigns, the policy will continue.
Even if the figures were higher, the conclusion would not change.
Even if it takes a year, the file must be handled properly.
Even if the appeal succeeds, the costs have already been incurred.
Even if the weather is bad, the inspection will go ahead.
Even if he had asked, the answer would have been no.
Even if the law is amended, the practice will not change straight away.
Even if the evidence is weak, the case must be investigated.
Even if everyone agrees, the decision takes two months.
Even if the cost is high, the renovation is necessary.
Even if the site is sold, the archive stays here.
Even if the objections are withdrawn, the rules remain.