despite

Example Sentences

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But broad reforms would mean transforming a deeply embedded, command-and-control system that, while faulty, has endured for 67 years, despite unrelenting pressure from Washington.

From Los Angeles Times

Some of the former could vote for another cut, a signal that option has not been removed despite the prospect of higher-than-expected inflation in the near term.

From The Wall Street Journal

She then spent a further period of time telephoning the A&E department but again could not get through, despite Frost being "significantly unwell".

From BBC

Still, his round takes him about an hour and despite being one of the oldest paperboys, he may also be one of the fastest.

From BBC

The film's Grammy win for "Golden" was widely viewed as a breakthrough moment for K-pop, marking the genre's first victory at an awards show that had eluded the industry despite its global popularity.

From Barron's