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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /
PREPOSITION
in spite of, regardless of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
in spite of regardless of
WEAK
against although even though even with in contempt of in defiance of in the face of notwithstanding undeterred by

Example Sentences

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That is despite the fund posting a net inflow for the quarter, meaning new money coming in exceeded the redemption requests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Our pricing strategy hasn’t been finalized, but test marketing at $2 million a ship has proven popular, despite challenges with money transfers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Meanwhile, Rutte has described his meeting to CNN with Trump as "very frank" and "very open", despite clear disagreements.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The U.S. and Iran reach a last-minute cease-fire agreement, leading to a two-week truce despite unresolved issues.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

And despite my attempts, I haven’t been able to sneak in another call to Olivia McQuatters.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin