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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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The group gave it their all despite the weather, delivering a high-octane, pulse-quickening, complete with a 23-song setlist.

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

Delta has a loyal, resilient and financially healthy customer base that continues to prioritize experience and travel despite ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, executives say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

She will emphasise that the Strait or Hormuz must reopen as the "deliberate blocking of this critical artery of the global economy" is affecting British people, despite being more than 3,000 miles away.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

She’s always wanted to try frybread, but opportunities have not been forthcoming, despite her knowing for years that she’s Chickasaw.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith