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notwithstanding

[not-with-stan-ding, -with-] / ˌnɒt wɪðˈstæn dɪŋ, -wɪθ- /
ADVERB
although, however
Synonyms
STRONG
nevertheless nonetheless withal yet
WEAK
after all against at any rate but despite for all that howbeit in any case in any event in spite of on the other hand regardless of though to the contrary
PREPOSITION
in spite of
Synonyms
STRONG
nevertheless nonetheless withal
WEAK
after all against at any rate but despite for all that howbeit in any case in any event in spite of on the other hand regardless of though to the contrary

Example Sentences

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Iskander’s David is a young man whose youthful piety and heroism make him a sympathetic figure, notwithstanding the bag of cold cuts.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

But to withstand legal challenges, legislators employed a unique Canadian invention, the controversial "notwithstanding clause".

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

“We expect growth to continue, notwithstanding moderating impact from GLP-1 sales in 2H FY26,” Jefferies says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

But greater awareness does seem possible, notwithstanding the academy’s snub this year.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

Mr. Dell Duke wasn't friend material because he was the wrong age and, female lemurs notwithstanding, we appeared to have absolutely nothing in common.

From "Counting by 7s" by Holly Goldberg Sloan