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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /


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But despite this difficult terrain, it has been a boom time for American playwriting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

Michael also overtook Oppenheimer despite Noan's film benefitting from the viral "Barbenheimer" phenomenon in the summer of 2023.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Still, UBS says it remains positive on ASX lithium stocks, citing strong valuation support despite softer sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Europe's deadly heatwave pushed east Sunday with hundreds of millions still sweltering across the continent despite fleeting relief from overnight storms, notably in France and Belgium.

From Barron's • Jun. 28, 2026

But, for the most part, despite years of financial need, Maggie had honored her commitment to Elisha and stayed away from the séance table.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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