despite
Example Sentences
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The 68-year-old and Singh, 38, plan to stay in India despite her diagnosis.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Michael Salisbury allowed Matheus Cunha's goal for United to stand, despite Bryan Mbeumo handling the ball in the build-up.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
The change comes despite a sharp backlash from students.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Hearing loss and diabetes, despite being more common in men, were also tied to lower cognitive scores in women.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
I end up finishing the book—the whole book, despite how long it is—on Saturday night.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
Vocabulary lists containing despite
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