despite
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In an interview in The Big Issue Cymru in 2003, Rhys said the pair did not see each other often, despite living under the same roof, as they were both busy working.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
The riskier bond pools have been much better performers despite facing a higher risk of default and potentially greater price sensitivity as market conditions evolve.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026
Exports from the European Union to the U.S. rose 10.7% on year, suggesting resilient U.S. demand despite tariff uncertainty.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
He had eluded capture by setting up several camps in dense bush and despite several sightings by the public and on CCTV.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
And despite the warmth of his room, the threadbare plaid blanket that’s normally folded and draped over the end of his bed is tucked around his legs, his slippered feet sticking out beneath it.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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