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Differently from us Colombians, Australians don’t usually have lunch but dinner as their larger meal
of the day.
24. Despite = In spite of + NOUNS
In spite of their hardships and difficulties, my parents managed to provide good shelter, food and
education for my two brothers, my sister and for me.
In spite of not having much money in her pockets back in the early 80s, Madonna’s drive, talent
and determination paved the way for her meteoric ascent to international stardom in 1984.
26. Despite the fact that or in spite of the fact that + FULL SENTENCES
Despite the fact that Colombia has gone through many painful episodes of violence in history, this
South American nation boasts a dazzling variety of music rhythms, dances, festivals, food and
typical clothing and accessories which continue to attract hordes of tourists from all over the world.
In spite of the fact that Colombia has gone through many painful episodes of violence in history,
this South American nation boasts a dazzling variety of music rhythms, dances, festivals, food and
typical clothing and accessories which continue to attract hordes of tourists from all over the world.
Although life has repeatedly shown that simple solutions are what makes the world go round, we
humans often insist on making things more difficult and cumbersome than common sense dictates.