despite
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“The ETI rebounded in July after declining in May and June, suggesting continued resilience in the labor market, despite the ‘low-hire, low-fire’ backdrop,” said Conrad Qi, economic data scientist associate at The Conference Board.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
He finished 10th in the 5,000m final, having lined up as the two-time defending champion despite his Achilles issue preventing him from competing during the outdoor season.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
He added that despite higher ticket costs, the air transportation industry had been "extremely resilient... people are still flying" and demand was still rising for new planes.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
Additionally, Sadana said customers in Micron’s data-center segment and other parts of its business are still keen for more product despite rising prices for memory chips.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 10, 2026
Or had he said all those awful things about her despite knowing she was ill?
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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