Officials are trying to put the best face on things despite all the uproar.
It was put as a question, despite his ring.
He put the state's bear population at about 7,500 and growing, despite an attempt to keep the level stable through hunting.
Nevertheless the government made efforts to clear the line and put the train back in service despite the absence of the prisoners.
Some put this ability down to his being a closet mathematical genius, despite little to no scientific training.
More than a dozen players were on the putting green this afternoon despite the heavy rain.
He put Castor on the sensors despite his protests that they would not work.
There is no proof that this has been put before the committee despite repeated requests on our behalf.
That was sharp enough to put sweat on his forehead despite the cold wind.
He wouldn't put it past the doctor to claim ownership, despite his pressing need.