Both of them were still running in the competition despite Allana's decision to leave.

Despite its decision, the court did not order the couple to return the baby, but declared all such contracts invalid.

Despite the high command's decision to end the war, Salamanca was determined to continue at all costs.

Despite the council's decision local residents will seek a review of the decision.

Despite Ike's decision not to talk, you figured he'd confided in her.

Muslim leaders vowed that the mosque would go up at the site despite the government's decision.

However, despite the jury's unanimous decision, the legislation under which the trial was brought is still effective law.

The stock market was little changed yesterday, despite the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates for the first time in more than four years.

Despite their decision to stay away from Kansas, scientists continue to make the case for evolution.

Despite his decision, he still felt that the man was inside the fence, a part of the complex, in some disguise or other.