The company barely broke even in the first quarter despite a 28 percent rise in sales, to $32.5 million.

This broke the back of the Gobir formations, despite their armor.

The group expects to break ground early next year, despite the opposition of the local community board.

The price of coffee continued to climb, breaking through the key 1,900-dollars-per-barrel level despite some profit taking later.

Only six of the 150 players broke par, despite the room service weather that made the course as vulnerable as it will probably get.

Williams said the rod would not break, despite repeated flexing.

The crowd broke under their advance despite the amazing disparity in numbers.

This was also the reason why they had been unable to break free of the confinement despite many attempts.

The couple soon break up, despite an attempt at reconciliation by Johnny.

He had a long, barely credulous look at it, before breaking into a small chuckle despite himself.