despite
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DHS has been pushing to deport him to various African countries, despite his willingness to self-deport to Costa Rica, where he was promised a form of legal status.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
The ECB left its key interest rate unchanged at 2% in April, but investors expect it to raise borrowing costs next month despite signs that the near-stagnant eurozone economy is weakening as energy costs rise.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
It's tempting to package them together, but this is 'individual' performances so, if I've got to make a call, then despite Solskjaer's winning-goal glory, it'll have to be Sheringham.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Only 5.7% of account holders made a change in their asset allocation despite market volatility, down from 6% a year ago, Fidelity said.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
“Your environment has a lot to do with who you are. So does luck! But it’s amazing what a strong influence DNA has despite other factors.”
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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