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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /


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Yet despite this bias, most individuals can maintain high accuracy and stable performance even when confronted with long lists of conflicting words and colors.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Treasury yields fell ahead of U.S. inflation data and despite lingering tension in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Estévez’ “Cantata Criolla” is a Venezuelan classic from 1954 but little known outside the country, despite having been championed by Aaron Copland as part of his Pan-American musical advocacy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Chelsea's Lucy Bronze started at right-back despite an injury in the build-up to the game.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

But despite the hardship, she’s dutifully behind me.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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