spite

Example Sentences

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Shares of Tesla rose sharply in the second half of 2025 after Musk left the White House in spite of weaker financial results shrugged off due to Tesla's perceived growth potential.

From Barron's

Pep Guardiola said his success at Manchester City has come in spite of refereeing decisions going against his side in a tirade following Saturday's 2-0 win over Wolves.

From Barron's

In spite of the war and everything that has happened, Makarem and Ikram, who are now 19, are hopeful about their futures.

From BBC

George laughed in spite of himself, and he stopped the snowmobile near some rocks where they could both go to the bathroom with a little privacy.

From Literature

But he added: "I've managed to do pretty well for myself in spite of my limitations."

From BBC