despite
Example Sentences
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Data center proposals have come to Franklin County, and the county recently voted to recommend one despite the opposition of hundreds of locals.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
She says she has prayed for the president throughout his second term despite her political disagreements.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
In results on Friday, the party also made big gains in Hackney and Islington, where Labour held on to power despite a Green surge.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
On Saturday there was no public sign of Iran's reply to the proposal, despite US President Donald Trump saying late Friday he expected to receive it during Friday night.
From Barron's • May 9, 2026
It took a long time, and despite the jacket, his hands were throbbing with cold when at last he was satisfied.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
Vocabulary lists containing despite
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