despite
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India has its own foreign policy of strategic autonomy, where it looks at each issue from its own pragmatic interests—a stance it has often cited to justify its purchases of Russian oil despite U.S. criticism.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
It has been a campaign of surprises, from Liverpool's collapsed title defence despite spending £450m last summer to promoted Sunderland completing the remarkable feat of earning European football.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
She said she and her volunteers cook around 150 hot meals a day, delivered to people displaced and those in need, helping in whatever way possible despite their limited means.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
That doesn’t take away from the experiences they provide—movies have enchanted audiences for generations despite being only still photos.
From Slate • May 25, 2026
Aunt Kitty glanced over my shoulder, and I suddenly became aware of how far my voice must have traveled despite my speaking through a clenched jaw.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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