despite
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For many young people, the prospect of finding work and earning more abroad remains a powerful incentive, despite the risks of crossing the Atlantic in overcrowded boat.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
The Turkic-speaking allies describe their relationship as "one nation, two states" and, despite the friction, remain closely bound by military and energy ties.
From Barron's ● Nov. 8, 2026
The New York Times’ reporting into Megaspeed late last month underscored the broader challenge of keeping advanced Nvidia chips out of China despite U.S. restrictions on their sale to the parties operating in the country.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 8, 2026
Nicole Kidman introduced Villeneuve, having flown 15 hours from Australia to do so despite never having formally met the “Dune” director.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 8, 2026
But despite all that, all I could manage to do was stand there, reeling at what this meant.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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