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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /
PREPOSITION
in spite of, regardless of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
in spite of regardless of
WEAK
against although even though even with in contempt of in defiance of in the face of notwithstanding undeterred by

Example Sentences

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He favors dollar-denominated corporate and government debt, which he says remains relatively insulated despite risks from higher energy costs and a still-hot domestic economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Gina: An encouraging fourth in the Bobbyjo behind market leader Grangeclare West despite not being favoured by the weights.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

He also said U.S. consumers had been showing resiliency despite the increase in gasoline prices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Applied Digital falls despite beating estimates as the data-center developer announces no new hyperscaler deals.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The cat shone as bright as a streetlamp, despite its dusty paws.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell