# in spite of sth

idiom · CEFR B2

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/in-spite-of-sth
Updated: 2026-04-22

## 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.

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