# despite the fact that

idiom · CEFR B2

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/despite-the-fact-that
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

you use this to show that something is true even though there is another fact that makes it surprising.

## Examples

- I like the movie despite the fact that it is very long.
- He kept his job despite the fact that he arrived late every single day last month.
- The team achieved a remarkable victory despite the fact that their star player was injured during the first half of the match.

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