despite

Example Sentences

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Last year, energy company Orsted decided to "discontinue" one of the country's biggest wind projects, Hornsea 4, despite it previously being awarded a contract.

From BBC

What most people fear is that, despite some optimism at the end of last year, there is no end in sight to the war itself and the inevitable loss of life.

From BBC

Two years after a newborn baby was found abandoned on a freezing winter's night, London police look set to shelve their investigation despite having discovered that she is the sibling of two other foundlings.

From Barron's

Wi noted that despite Pyongyang's criticism and its demand for an apology, the North has also sent its own drones into South Korea.

From Barron's

Indian football has long struggled to find its footing on the global stage despite a passionate fan base and a rich history.

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