despite
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It warned water temperatures remained very cold despite increased air temperatures, and that cold water shock could make swimming difficult and harder to get out of the water.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Both Brent crude and U.S. oil prices were lower Wednesday despite mixed messages on the state of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
David Miller, CIO and portfolio manager at Catalyst Funds, told MarketWatch that despite the “large tear” Micron’s stock has been on, it’s still trading at under 10-times forward earnings-per-share estimates.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
Dimon stated the bank prioritizes organic growth and would only pursue a deal that is the right fit, despite having capital.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
With all my heart, despite what she had told me, I wished I was on the sled racing for Nome.
From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell
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