despite
Example Sentences
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That led to a promotion as a regional director for Valley schools, a job she loved despite the difficulties of shrinking budgets and enrollment.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026
No data has been gathered on the impact of allowing more taxis in some Belfast bus lanes, despite Stormont saying it would collect the information.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
Ali Vaez, the Iran project director at the International Crisis Group, a conflict-resolution organization, said the backlash also reflected Trump’s declaration that the American blockade would continue despite Iran’s opening.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
That might mean a surprising win for traditional software, despite the industry being cast as falling prey to AI this year.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
She’s always wanted to try frybread, but opportunities have not been forthcoming, despite her knowing for years that she’s Chickasaw.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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