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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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Gina: An encouraging fourth in the Bobbyjo behind market leader Grangeclare West despite not being favoured by the weights.

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

But despite reports and rumours about its imminent release, DeepSeek's next-generation "V4" model is nowhere in sight.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

I lead the mad dash to our flat, and as we round the corner it becomes very clear that despite his injury, Colin really should be considered for service.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin