despite

Example Sentences

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"I have since had one transvaginal ultrasound... I have not been offered any further treatment, despite the condition almost costing me my life."

From BBC

It marks the first best picture and best director win for Paul Thomas Anderson, who had never previously won an Oscar despite being one of Hollywood's most respected film-makers.

From BBC

She added with a laugh that she’d brainstormed speech material the previous night while shaving her legs, despite the fact that she was outfitted in slacks at the ceremony.

From Los Angeles Times

Celtic have kept themselves in the hunt despite injuries to key players this season and Allan believes that adversity will have built strength in the Parkhead camp.

From BBC

He loved military pomp and ceremony and viewed himself as a brilliant strategist, despite a total lack of expertise or experience.

From Salon