despite
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Nudibranchs, despite their small size, play an important role in marine ecosystems.
From Science Daily • May 27, 2026
Across the eurozone as a whole, a flash estimate published May 21 by the European Union showed consumer confidence rebounding slightly in the month, despite remaining below its long-term average.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
They are adorable despite their quirky physique—square in the front, round in the back—or maybe because of it.
From Slate • May 27, 2026
Consumer sentiment hit a record low in May, despite strong economic indicators like GDP growth and low unemployment.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
“I did like you! Do like you, despite my best efforts. It was never in my plan to develop affection for a badger, I can tell you that much!”
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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