despite
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Additionally, Barnett’s death inspired other whistleblowers to come forward despite their fears of retaliation from Boeing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
The US has defended the third-country deals as lawful, despite rights groups criticising the arrangements as opaque and many of the deportees ultimately being repatriated.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
He also vowed to end rough sleeping during his almost-decade long stint as mayor of the northern city of Manchester, but ultimately failed despite some initial success.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
The film spells out the gargantuan payouts that each Boeing CEO has received, despite the crashes and questions about their actions and the company’s faltering value.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Rowan, no longer weighed down by the pack on his back, found he was able to keep up quite easily, despite his bruises.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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