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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /


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Still, he said they worked hard to create boundaries and hold those lines despite the fire’s ballooning acreage, up to 30-foot flames in some areas and the uncooperative weather conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Nine of the S&P 500’s 11 sectors, including real estate and healthcare, traded positively on Tuesday despite the tech slide.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Langston said despite the loss the cubs' mother, Tipah, has proven herself to be an "exceptional parent" throughout their development.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

During the Qatar 2022 World Cup, despite their team not playing, China accounted for half of all viewing on digital and social platforms, according to FIFA.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

I heard Elliot mutter something rude about people who didn’t make plans, and I smiled despite the chaos going on around us.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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