despite
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But the Aces were also shorthanded, without Dana Evans, Jewel Loyd and Chennedy Carter, who is second on the Aces in scoring despite coming off the bench.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
The Sparks were always just out of reach in their 79-69 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday night, despite Rae Burrell’s career-high 22 points and a late comeback bid.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Sending the father-of-two to prison for 38 months, the judge told him he had engaged in "large-scale commercial fraud" driven by "pure greed", despite knowing the likely sentence which awaited him if caught.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Quantum computer firm Quantinuum’s 2025 revenue rose 34% to $30.9 million, despite mounting losses of $192.6 million.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
But, for the most part, despite years of financial need, Maggie had honored her commitment to Elisha and stayed away from the séance table.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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