despite
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The good news was that no-one was injured, despite the spectacular explosion.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
This small group of ancient crocodile relatives evolved body plans that closely resembled bipedal theropod dinosaurs, despite belonging to a very different branch of the reptile family tree.
From Science Daily • May 29, 2026
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth is the headline speaker at Asia's premier defence summit opening Friday, but China's top officials aren't expected despite weighty questions like Taiwan and the war in Iran.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
And yet despite all that, a display case was filled with trophies.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Gingersnipes crossed her arms, looking resolute in her verdict that the two of them had, despite all odds, bonded over the past two days.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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