despite

Example Sentences

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So is the unemployment rate, despite a big drop in hiring.

From MarketWatch

"This evidence suggests that despite their success in achieving initial weight loss, these drugs alone may not be sufficient for long term weight control," the researchers write.

From Science Daily

Ha: The thing for me is Sophie’s character and morals; it’s the fact that despite all the obstacles and the challenges, she’s still able to lead and live the world with a really caring heart.

From Los Angeles Times

Last year, it reported that a record number of 43,626 puffins had been recorded on the island, despite global populations declining rapidly.

From BBC

So they have no choice but to turn to Beijing -- despite concern over its human rights record, and accusations of economic coercion.

From Barron's