despite

Example Sentences

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But despite repeated calls from city leaders and residents for his resignation, Lopez has given no indication he plans to step down.

From Los Angeles Times

Somehow he talked his way into fighting an Olympic gold medallist and former heavyweight champion in Joshua, despite being a novice cruiserweight.

From BBC

England headed to Australia with high hopes, but it has been mostly one-way traffic despite the series being hyped beforehand as having the hallmarks of being a classic.

From Barron's

Eileen Collins made history as the first woman to pilot and command a Nasa spacecraft - but despite her remarkable achievements, not everyone will know her name.

From BBC

And despite South Korea's education level being one of the highest in the world, the median monthly income sits around $1,600 per month.

From BBC