in spite of

1. Regardless of, in defiance of, as in They kept on in spite of their fears. [c. 1400]

Example Sentences

The Trojans’ defense certainly didn’t help matters, in spite of assurances that it had ironed out its issues over three standout, second-half performances.

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In spite of mortgage rates being elevated in 2024, a separate report by housing-finance giant Fannie Mae found that mortgage applications in rural communities remained above pre-pandemic averages.

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In spite of her worries she smiled.

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Penelope howled in spite of herself.

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Surely it all meant that the strange coachman truly was a friend to her and the Incorrigibles, in spite of his gruff manner and puzzling remarks.

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