despite
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After all, he was crowned king, despite being an erratic party boy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
The forum was attended by business leaders and opposition politicians from Taiwan, despite an official ban on participation by Taiwan's central government.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
Luckily for investors, the U.S. market offers diverse approaches despite its overall focus on cutting-edge algorithms.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026
Raw milk’s success confounded me: How had it gained such a foothold in this country, despite regular outbreaks of salmonella and E. coli, and even the discovery of bird flu in Raw Farm’s milk?
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
“You must tell Emma that her manners make me feel like an old lady. Which I’m not. I’m young and very hip, despite the gaggle of children running around here.”
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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