Verb (ます-stem) + つつも

[Although / While (literary concession)]

Connection: Verb (ます-stem) + つつも

Usage: A literary/written expression meaning "although" or "while." Expresses a concession — the speaker does one thing despite knowing or feeling the opposite. More formal than ながらも. Often implies internal conflict.

Examples:

悪いと知りつつも、嘘をついてしまった。(Although I knew it was wrong, I ended up lying.)

体に悪いと思いつつも、タバコがやめられない。(Although I think it's bad for my health, I can't quit smoking.)

申し訳ないと感じつつも、断るしかなかった。(Although I felt sorry, I had no choice but to refuse.)