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I went to the shops and I bought an ice cream.

I went to the shops but they were closed.

I went to the shops as I was out of milk.

I went to the shops because I was out of milk.

I went to the shops when they were just about to close.

I could go to the shops or I could just order a take away. 

I went to the shops yet it was a real difficulty for me.

I went to the shops as well as visiting my friend on the way home.

I went to the shops although I was really unwell.

I went to the shops despite the fact that it was raining.