despite
Example Sentences
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She’s also both confident and comfortable in her abilities and believes she’s already ahead of both her sisters despite the weight of expectation.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
Ferrari reveals its new EV, the UN shares an alternative metric to GDP, and Europe won’t embrace A/C despite deadly heatwaves.
From Slate • May 30, 2026
Tawanda Maswanhise appeared to trip Hearts' Alexandros Kyziridis but referee Steven McLean ruled no foul, despite reviewing the incident at the VAR monitor.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Still, some investors caution that despite the recent declines, oil prices remain well above prewar levels and could stay elevated for the long term.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
“You must tell Emma that her manners make me feel like an old lady. Which I’m not. I’m young and very hip, despite the gaggle of children running around here.”
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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