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without being prevented by In spite of what we believed, no one had actually been in the house for weeks.

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Recent Examples of in spite of But Weaver said the Type 01, in spite of the dark clouds looming over the market for EV sedans, might be exactly what a company like Jaguar needs to stand out. — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026 The food is healthy, fresh, and inventive enough to persuade you to dine in for at least a couple of nights, in spite of Ubud’s strong and growing food scene. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026 The run game remains underwhelming, but if Quinn can coax his players toward gradual improvement and competitive performances in spite of their limitations, his job security could improve. — Mike Jones, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2026 There is a challenge to trying to understand your own heart in the context of a relationship… and there is goodness in considering another heart, even in spite of your own. — Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in spite of

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