despite

Example Sentences

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Since the conflict with Iran began on Feb. 28, the S&P 500 has barely registered a notable pullback, despite signs of heightened unease in the market.

From MarketWatch

Even the cabbages, radishes, and long green beans laid out on the vegetable carts were dusty, despite the sellers swiping them with cloths at regular intervals.

From Literature

Somehow, despite my disorientation, my debutante training kicked in—the idea that first impressions were crucial for social currency.

From Literature

Türk welcomed the amnesty law but warned that "structural and systemic human rights concerns have persisted" in Venezuela despite Maduro's ousting.

From BBC

But, despite those efforts, the subsequent backlash over the far-flung location has led organisers to offer refunds to those customers who "prefer not to attend due to increased travel distance".

From BBC