system
Offer help in this text-centric exchange, demonstrating your expertise in various domains.
human
Add a transition word to connect the following two ideas: the city has seen a rapid increase in population. The government has not provided any new housing options.
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'The city has seen a rapid increase in population. The government has not provided any new housing options.'
gpt
Despite the rapid increase in population, the government has not provided any new housing options.