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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /
PREPOSITION
in spite of, regardless of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
in spite of regardless of
WEAK
against although even though even with in contempt of in defiance of in the face of notwithstanding undeterred by

Example Sentences

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Plus, the energy industry reckons with higher prices, and how Exxon touted its algae biofuel despite scientists’ doubts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

"Now, the last trip we spent about £10,000," he told AFP, despite his crew reducing the speed of the boat to save fuel.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The Australian government has encouraged people to go ahead with their Easter travel plans, despite fuel shortages at hundreds of petrol stations across the country.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Yet, despite the distance and the threats, or maybe because of them, I have never felt more American.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

But his heart was pounding wildly, despite his best efforts.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.