How to use "despite" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "despite" in popular movie and book plots

  • Sir Henry plans to move into Baskerville Hall, despite the ominous warning message.  - The Hound of the Baskervilles
  • This brings him into contact with Ina's daughter, Kate, who attracts him despite her plain appearance and simple lifestyle.  - The Shockwave Rider
  • On the way to Ramelle, Miller decides to neutralize a German machine gun position, despite the misgivings of his men.  - Saving Private Ryan
  • He also claimed that he believed that Miss Bennet who, despite her amiability, is actually a bit reserved, did not love Mr Bingley.  - Pride and Prejudice
  • McClusky, upon learning of the riot, orders the interview terminated despite Gale's vehement protests.  - Natural Born Killers
  • A sword fight ensues with Arthur gaining the upper hand, but the Black Knight continues fighting despite having his arms and legs severed.  - Monty Python and the Holy Grail
  • The Royal Family continue on their way, fleeing to a hidden Kingdom despite the Baker's pleas for them to stay and fight the Giant.  - Into the Woods
  • Catesby convinced him that despite the plot's failure, an armed struggle was still a real possibility.  - Gunpowder Plot
  • The crew hesitantly take the controls, and despite their ineptitude, the Thermians cheer them on.  - Galaxy Quest
  • Wintour's news did not surprise Catesby; despite positive noises from the Spanish authorities, he feared that "the deeds would nott answere".  - Guy Fawkes
  • Joker states that despite being "in a world of shit", he is glad to be alive and no longer afraid.  - Full Metal Jacket
  • Hein continues to fire the Zeus cannon despite overheating warnings and unintentionally destroys the cannon and himself.  - Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within
  • Reodor ends up winning despite Blodstrupmoen's attempts at sabotage.  - The Pinchcliffe Grand Prix
  • In describing the dream Beatty reveals that, despite his disillusionment, he was once an enthusiastic reader.  - Fahrenheit 451
  • Carmilla refuses to tell anything about herself, despite questioning by Laura.  - Carmilla
  • Batman, who survived the crash, fends off the Joker's remaining men despite his injuries, and confronts the Joker.  - Batman (1989 film)

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