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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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A decision by councils in Berkshire on how to distribute financial support for people reliant on heating oil will take some time despite government confirming extra aid.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

An analyst described the cease-fire as “relief, not resolution,” expecting it to shift focus to Nvidia’s fundamentals despite lingering energy market tightness.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

It would also mean a new risk premium is likely to be built into the global price of oil, despite the sharp plunge in the price on news of the cease-fire.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Sales at fast-food restaurants have weakened despite higher spending per customer, as total customer counts fall.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Aunt Kitty glanced over my shoulder, and I suddenly became aware of how far my voice must have traveled despite my speaking through a clenched jaw.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan