spite

Example Sentences

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In spite of all this, MLB is thriving.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

It’s also in spite of recent estimates that pin the cost of the war, which is supposed to end soon, at “only” about $1 billion to $2 billion a day.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

The question is whether they are now prepared to go forward with house-shopping plans in spite of new volatility and uncertainty in the economy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

Exports have been the key driver of China's economy, lifting it in spite of poor domestic spending and a property slump.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

In spite of this, when he thrust his hands into the new opening, some of the insects were alert enough to sting.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer