despite
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The Metropolitan Police said that an investigation was opened, but "despite initial enquiries, officers were unable to progress the investigation due to limited information".
From BBC • May 7, 2026
U.S. jobless claims rose last week but remained relatively low as employers held back from widespread layoffs despite economic uncertainty tied to the war in Iran.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Also, despite being filmed in England, I don’t remember hearing a single fan with a British accent.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
As the incumbent mayor, Bass had to weather blows from her challengers while trying to sell voters on her fitness for another term, despite a disastrous 2025.
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
The look Christopher gave him made Jacques flinch, despite the dragon being so used to flames.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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