despite
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As the pandemic receded, carriers including Spirit and Frontier Airlines held fares low to maintain a competitive advantage, despite rising labor and maintenance costs.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
"Yet there is still no sign that methane emissions from fossil fuel operations are falling, despite well-known and proven mitigation pathways," according to the IEA's Global Methane Tracker 2026.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
In their recently published 2024-25 accounts, Chelsea reported a Premier League‑record £262m pre‑tax loss despite bringing in £490.9m in revenue - the club's second highest ever.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
On those points, Lee said he thinks AMD will be limited in its ability to “significantly surpass market expectations” for its revenue this year, despite the excitement around its recent stock momentum.
From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026
Rowan, no longer weighed down by the pack on his back, found he was able to keep up quite easily, despite his bruises.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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