despite
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Yet its plans to “modernize” the TV-and-movie house seem to have fallen awfully hard on 60 Minutes itself, despite the news brand’s status as one of Paramount’s most treasured properties.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
England have a golden opportunity for victory in the first Test against New Zealand despite a chaotic collapse of four wickets for one run in 11 balls on the second day at Lord's.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
“It confuses the market” that growth expectations didn’t get a lift despite AI-chip revenue jumping more than 143% from a year ago, Mulberry said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
Broadcom’s revenue guidance, despite an earnings beat, disappointed investors, leading to wider chip stock declines.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
She had loved her father, despite that specific unkindness.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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