despite

Example Sentences

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Tens of thousands of people have left Tyre, but around 20,000 remain, including 15,000 displaced from surrounding villages, despite Israeli evacuation warnings covering most of the city and a broad swathe of the south.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Yet, despite the distance and the threats, or maybe because of them, I have never felt more American.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

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

The creator of the game Wordle has created another word puzzle despite struggling after the success of his first.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

And he was not smiling now either, despite all the applause.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo