despite
Example Sentences
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“Energy risks linger, inflation tails remain skewed up, and geopolitical brinkmanship could yet revive USD strength despite an eventual deal remaining the most likely outcome,” they add.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026
Slimmon said that investors were selling their positions after scrutinizing the companies’ free cash flows, despite their strong quarterly earnings.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 19, 2026
The good news for Arteta and Arsenal is that despite losing, the title challenge is still in the side's hands even if momentum is with City.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
The Lakers were good enough to win despite being outrebounded 21-3 on the offensive glass.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026
Somehow, despite my disorientation, my debutante training kicked in—the idea that first impressions were crucial for social currency.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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