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: in spite of (something)

For all his confident talk, he is actually very unsure of himself.

She still loves him, for all his faults.

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Shifts in culture affected the appetite for all of this, and Victoria’s Secret went from being on top of the world to falling behind conversations about inclusivity and body positivity. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 16 Oct. 2026 The fashion-forward vegan leather shoulder bag has enough room for all the everyday essentials and can fit up to an 11-inch iPad Pro. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 16 Oct. 2026 But the market for all things Holmes apparently still hasn’t been saturated. — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 16 Oct. 2026 Spacious rooms, skyline views, and soaking tubs offer comfort for all ages, and Buffalo Bayou Park across the street is ideal for biking or outdoor play. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for all

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