despite
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Just before his death was confirmed, the Fars news agency issued a statement quoting Naini as saying Iran's missile production deserved a "perfect score" and was continuing despite the war.
From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026
The 32-year-old is in line to start in England's tournament opener against Croatia on Wednesday despite revealing last October he spent some time considering retirement after a string of injuries.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
But despite trailing by double digits, the Knicks took down the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday to conquer the basketball world.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
She is shooting 47.4% from the field and taking 1.6 shots from three-point range per game despite playing just 7.4 minutes.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
And despite the warmth of his room, the threadbare plaid blanket that’s normally folded and draped over the end of his bed is tucked around his legs, his slippered feet sticking out beneath it.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
Vocabulary lists containing despite
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