despite
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Here’s why inflation may remain tame despite the oil price increase.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
They told the landlord they had one French bulldog, despite owning a micro bully and two XL bullies, a breed banned in 2024.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
Netflix slumps after reporting weak guidance despite following solid first-quarter earnings.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
STOCKHOLM—Autoliv ALV 1.99%increase; green up pointing triangle backed full-year guidance despite highlighting the difficulty in fully assessing the impact of evolving geopolitical challenges.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
She slows to a stop, and despite the confusion, her spirits lift.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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