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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /


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But under the circumstances, Miniutti had nothing but admiration for the mountain staff for keeping the run open despite the seemingly impossible weather.

From Los Angeles Times

Even compared with closely related compounds, it proved far more challenging to synthesize, despite differing by only a couple of atoms.

From Science Daily

Their tackle success was down at 76% and despite shading 22 entries 17 to 12, they had little of Bristol's attacking glint, until Marcus Smith jinked over late on with the game already gone.

From BBC

Mr Karanjit, who runs Everest Lounge in St Mary's Road, said his team were happy to accommodate the couple despite the restaurant being fully booked.

From BBC

His health problems made him reassess his career - he never toured America despite his popularity.

From BBC