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Free sign upThe phrase "although it is not plain how" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to introduce a statement that acknowledges uncertainty or lack of clarity regarding a particular situation or process.
Example: "The results of the experiment were intriguing, although it is not plain how they relate to the initial hypothesis."
Alternatives: "although it is unclear how" or "though it is not obvious how".
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Life is discovered on Mars in the shape of fish-lizard creatures called therapsids, although it is not plain how these beasts are able to subsist without any larger ecosystem.
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"It's not plain karate.
And it's not plain anymore.
As ever, it wasn't plain sailing.
Nonetheless, it wasn't plain sailing.
Although, it's not how she wants it to be.
During the Puritan era of Oliver Cromwell, colours reverted to more plain clothing although it was not exclusively black; tawny and other browns, maroons, and plain greens were more common, as black dye was very expensive.
"They obtained financial approval although it was not clear whether the exact purpose of the journey was made plain.
Although it's not entirely implausible.
Although for the time being it isn't clear how.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com