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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /


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But despite the assemblage of first-rate parts, ignition proves elusive.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ransom, who will leave the company after 12 years at the helm, expressed confidence in delivering a 2026 performance in line with market expectations despite uncertainty due to recent geopolitical events.

From The Wall Street Journal

Industrial production in France rebounded in January, helped by a bump in transport output, continuing a resilient trend despite a dip at the end of 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal

China is the world's second-largest economy and accounts for a third of global growth, but it faces serious structural imbalances and US trade pressures despite sustaining strong exports.

From Barron's

Shares in Monte dei Paschi slipped despite the bank pledging to return around €16 billion to investors over the next five years.

From The Wall Street Journal