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despite

[dih-spahyt] / dɪˈspaɪt /


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Pratt, a registered Republican, launched a longshot campaign for mayor in January despite being a political outsider who has not held public office.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

It could soar on IPO days and remain aloft, despite what the numbers suggest will be a majestic overvaluation from the inception.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The won has depreciated almost 6% against the dollar this year, despite similar yields BX:AMBMKKR-10Y, lower inflation, a huge current account surplus and record exports.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The German airline’s 2025 pretax profit was broadly in line with expectations despite slightly weaker operating profit due to higher costs, but a higher tax rate reduced net profit more than expected, Zhong says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

She had loved her father, despite that specific unkindness.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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