Idiom idiom
in spite of sth
Meaning
you use this to say that something happens even though there is something else that might prevent it.
Examples
“We went for a walk in spite of the rain.”
“She finished her project on time in spite of the many interruptions she faced all day.”
“In spite of the overwhelming evidence suggesting the plan would fail, the board members voted to proceed with the investment.”
Last updated April 22, 2026