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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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But the 2022 energy shock in Europe didn’t much alter the growth trajectory of wind and solar power, despite many policy announcements.

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

In the emerging markets of Europe, the Middle East and Africa—or EMEA—Turkey has emerged as a favorite of portfolio managers despite a history of policy volatility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Rowan, no longer weighed down by the pack on his back, found he was able to keep up quite easily, despite his bruises.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda