despite
Example Sentences
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With the team exuding the type of joy that often characterizes Doncic’s game, James believes the Lakers can maintain their momentum despite Doncic’s uncertain status and a deflating loss.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says the club have "a very good relationship" with most national teams, despite 11 of the Gunners' players withdrawing from international duty during the most recent window.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
Shares of the Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF eked out a first-quarter gain of 0.2%, despite struggling in March.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
U.S. energy stocks have vaulted upward despite white-knuckle moments when oil prices seesawed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
The wet grass, a little long because— despite his promise—Jeremy had not mowed yet this week, sparkled in the moonlight.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.