despite

Example Sentences

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At times Guardiola has been seen calling for restraint in his attackers' movements from the touchline, despite affording them more freedom in these areas than in previous seasons.

From BBC

Manchester City's Fowler was included in a Matildas squad for the first time since April last year despite just 15 minutes of game time since undergoing knee reconstruction.

From Barron's

Investigators have been sifting through 40,000 leads since the 84-year-old was reported missing this month, but a breakthrough has eluded them despite emotional public appeals for help from her NBC presenter daughter.

From BBC

This was also the first time in Premier League history that a side starting the day bottom of the table avoided defeat to the leaders, despite trailing by two or more goals.

From BBC

The company said it provided the guidance despite uncertainties related to inflationary commodity cost pressures and a softer beer industry.

From The Wall Street Journal