1 I had to use the stairs. I was exhausted. = Because 2There was a lot of mismanagement. We managed to complete the task on time. = Despite 3I work really hard. My parents are never pleased with my grades. = Despite 4She brushes her teeth regularly. She has a lot of cavity problems. = But 5She is very beautiful. We all hate her. = In spite of 6He slept deeply. The children outside were making noise. = However 7She can hardly manage. She helps the poor family in her building. = Since 8,We rarely meet. We are neighbors. = Thought