despite
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Optum’s revenue fell 3% due to fewer value-based care members, despite UnitedHealth’s strong overall results.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
The guidance came as Roblox logged a wider loss despite higher revenue in its latest quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
The proposed merger — which Nexstar rushed to complete despite opposition from the states — would create the nation’s largest broadcast station group with 265 television stations, up from 164 that Nexstar currently controls.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
The backstory is a spring home-buying season in which buyers and sellers are trying to find some footing despite economic volatility resulting from the war with Iran.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
The spot I asked Mom to save for Gran is still empty though, despite the fact that she assured me she’d be here when I called and talked to her two nights ago.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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