despite
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At the beginning of this year, the Western world’s five large, integrated energy companies were talking about things like “structural cost efficiencies,” “consistent delivery” and “superior shareholder returns, despite declining oil prices.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
That is despite Dogus having advertised its relationship with the sperm bank as a key selling point for many years.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
"We're talking about one or two kilometres, and we're on the verge of achieving it," Yernaux told AFP, despite "sustained winds" blowing towards the German border.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
Tell him to review the original claim file to see whether the insurer’s adjuster explicitly approved a repair-only solution despite the contractor’s recommendation for a full roof replacement.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
“So now, despite the fear I know you are all feeling, I must ask you all to rise to the occasion for the sake of the Academy,” Callaway went on, talking over the nervous murmuring.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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