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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /
PREPOSITION
in spite of, regardless of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
in spite of regardless of
WEAK
against although even though even with in contempt of in defiance of in the face of notwithstanding undeterred by

Example Sentences

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“Traders are looking past the headlines. The market is pricing in midterm resolution despite short-term escalation,” said Birringer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The following month - November 2022 - West said he intended to run for US president in 2024, despite facing several scandals over his recent behaviour.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Morgan Stanley downgrades Arm to Equalweight, citing near-term risks despite long-term strategic alignment.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Until Tuesday’s selloff, stocks had managed a bit of a rally despite a further climb in oil prices, suggesting some optimism that the surge in crude prices might be temporary.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The cat shone as bright as a streetlamp, despite its dusty paws.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell