despite
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It's an idea that's been talked about for two decades but never materialised, despite many false starts.
From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2026
Oil prices wobbled after the International Energy Agency said global oil supplies were expected to exceed demand in the fourth quarter, as more tankers transit the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing conflict with Iran.
From Barron's ● Nov. 13, 2026
West Germany, despite the obvious need to overcome the country’s legacy, protested Israeli ships entering its waters in the North Sea while trying to pick up U.S. military equipment at the port city of Bremerhaven.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2026
Jenkins says the Italy shoot “was the hardest thing any of us had done” but despite the challenging work there, Roumie found something in his portrayal that surprised him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2026
I lead the mad dash to our flat, and as we round the corner it becomes very clear that despite his injury, Colin really should be considered for service.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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