despite
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But then in 2017 came the hip injury that required major surgery and ultimately denied him the chance of adding to those major titles despite the valiant efforts over the next seven years.
From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026
Nevertheless, a US official also told AFP that the negotiations would continue despite the recent strikes.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
But despite this difficult terrain, it has been a boom time for American playwriting.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026
As a result, the Hang Seng Index is down 11% so far this year while the Kospi is up 100% despite recent volatility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
Roald had escaped relatively unscathed, despite what it felt like the logs had done to his legs.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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