despite
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Big picture: Low layoffs and low unemployment have become big buffers for the economy despite the shocks from higher oil prices and rising inflation.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
The latest alert shows that Western officials don’t believe the threat has subsided despite efforts to bring the issue to light.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
“That foundation was broken on Monday, and despite our attempts to engage with Scott Pelley and to find a way back, unfortunately we weren’t able to do so, and so we had to part ways.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
This comes despite opposition from residents living near the Beddington site, who have previously told the BBC they are concerned about pollution and increased traffic.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
I knew almost nothing about them despite having spent several days and nights in their midst.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
Vocabulary lists containing despite
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