despite
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STOCKHOLM—Volvo Car expects growth in Europe and a recovery in the U.S. to spur significantly stronger sales in the second half of the year, despite continued challenges in China.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
When authorities reached her, they performed “lifesaving measures,” but despite their efforts, Fanuele was declared deceased at the scene, the Sheriff’s Department said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
The British Columbia Hotel Association says that while final booking figures are yet to be confirmed, June and July were "pacing well behind previous years", despite Vancouver hosting seven of the games in Canada.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
Meanwhile, most other S&P 500 closed higher despite the index’s drop in price.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 16, 2026
His voice was gruff, despite his quivering knees.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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