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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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Bell's role as a senior player has come to the fore since Christmas, despite England's lack of competitive matches since their 50-over World Cup campaign ended in the semi-finals in October in India.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

BTIG’s Krinsky wrote that arguably “the biggest question” right now is whether the stock market can advance despite “a full-fledged breakdown from what was once a key industry group.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

In the emerging markets of Europe, the Middle East and Africa—or EMEA—Turkey has emerged as a favorite of portfolio managers despite a history of policy volatility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

These stats are damning but Liverpool didn't set up to defend their own box for 90 minutes, despite starting with a back five.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

And he was not smiling now either, despite all the applause.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo