despite
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Ali Vaez, the Iran project director at the International Crisis Group, a conflict-resolution organization, said the backlash also reflected Trump’s declaration that the American blockade would continue despite Iran’s opening.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
That might mean a surprising win for traditional software, despite the industry being cast as falling prey to AI this year.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
He's getting the blame: his original judgment that he could clear Mandelson for take-off to DC despite the vetting agency's concerns will take a hammering.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
In the first two months of this year, 284 dogs were euthanized at city shelters, a 39% increase compared with January and February 2025 despite a 6% decrease in dog intakes.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
He waved to us excitedly as the boat docked, and despite the tight coil of nerves in my stomach, I smiled back.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
Vocabulary lists containing despite
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