despite
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For now, the team is engaged in discussions and entertaining offers for Leonard, who is highly regarded despite being central to a league investigation into allegations of salary-cap intervention.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026
The FAA estimates it receives more than 100 reports of drone sightings near airports every month, despite regulations prohibiting unauthorised drone operations in the vicinity.
From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026
“All eyes are back on the Middle East after renewed tensions despite efforts to bring the war to an end,” AJ Bell Investment Director Russ Mould said.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
As a result, the Hang Seng Index is down 11% so far this year while the Kospi is up 100% despite recent volatility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
I must have drifted off despite the rasping noises around me, because Baby Joe was suddenly pulling at my hand.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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