despite
Example Sentences
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But despite being featured on the state flag, wild grizzlies haven’t been spotted in the state for about a century.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026
Software play HubSpot on Friday was on pace for its worst day on record despite beating first-quarter earnings estimates.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
He vowed Friday that he’ll fight to remain PM despite Labour calls for his ouster.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
"Both give relatively positive signals about the health of discretionary spending, despite the hit to consumers' purchasing power from higher gasoline prices," said Thomas Ryan, North America economist at Capital Economics.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
It took a long time, and despite the jacket, his hands were throbbing with cold when at last he was satisfied.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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