despite
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"Exports rose 0.9% year-on-year despite steep reciprocal tariffs between May 2025 and February 2026," Ajay Srivastava of the Global Trade and Research Initiative think-tank told the BBC.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
The third-generation Starship spacecraft carried out a maneuver that saw it flip upright and reignite its engines for control, despite one being out of commission.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
Both substances have similarly irritating effects, despite different ingredients.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Abrego Garcia was deported last year to El Salvador despite a court order, then returned to the U.S. to face human-smuggling charges.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
His voice was gruff, despite his quivering knees.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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