despite
Example Sentences
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But despite his characteristic command and media savvy, Jackson’s campaign never gained true momentum, scoring mixed results.
From Los Angeles Times
They said he attempted the trip even though his girlfriend had "never undertaken an Alpine tour of this length, difficulty, and altitude, and despite the challenging winter conditions".
From BBC
Investors remain interested in backing secondaries, despite recent turbulence in the private-credit industry.
But it notched a major victory two years ago in Chattanooga, despite workers there having previously rejected the union twice.
Speaking at a press conference, Bayer CEO Bill Anderson said the class settlement was needed despite the possibility of a favourable Supreme Court judgement.
From Barron's
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