despite
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On Thursday, a Guardian investigation revealed Mandelson had been appointed despite failing initial vetting.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
Here’s why inflation may remain tame despite the oil price increase.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
While he pushed through early measures by executive decree, the rest of his reform program depends on Congress, where he lacks a majority despite strong midterm results.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
SEC “innovation exemptions” and a token taxonomy clarification offer future optimism for crypto, despite past headwinds.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
The spot I asked Mom to save for Gran is still empty though, despite the fact that she assured me she’d be here when I called and talked to her two nights ago.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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