despite
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio was heading Tuesday to Beijing with President Donald Trump despite being under Chinese sanctions -- a breakthrough apparently made possible after China changed his name's transliteration.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
"I have spent all day detained at the Canadian border and denied entry back into the US despite having the proper visa documentation in place," he wrote on social media.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
The travel site Going’s “Cheapest Cities” report identified cities in the U.S. and abroad where affordable flights have been consistent despite broader turbulence in the industry.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
This is despite key raw-material inputs inflating over 20% versus 2025, Bernstein adds.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 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
Vocabulary lists containing despite
Word Generation Weekly - Series 1
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Novel Study: Lord of the Flies, Chapters 1–4
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
