despite
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And despite the Rams’ second drive starting at the Chargers’ 14-yard line, the defense limited the damage to three points.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
California law caps pedal-assisted e-bikes at 28 mph and throttle models at 20 mph, but Amazon had continued selling bikes capable of exceeding 40 mph despite the risks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
But Kindell, despite his frustrations with Picnic, is surprisingly undeterred.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
Iranian business activity has deep, mutually lucrative roots in the commercial capital of the United Arab Emirates and continues to thrive despite the American warnings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
But, for the most part, despite years of financial need, Maggie had honored her commitment to Elisha and stayed away from the séance table.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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