Despite and in spite of - 2014 -

Despite and in spite of mean exactly the same, but despite is more common than in spite of.

Despite and in spite of are prepositions. Both expressions can be followed by a noun or noun-equivalent.

Miss McGillicuddy's simple country routine continues through-out the year in spite of a very unusual tree growing in her yard.

Brave Irene is Irene Bobbin, the dressmaker's daughter. Her mother, Mrs. Bobbin, isn't feeling so well and can't possibly deliver the beautiful ball gown she's made for the duchess to wear that very evening. So plucky Irene volunteers to get the gown to the palace on time, in spite of the fierce snowstorm that's brewing-- quite an errand for a little girl.

Sketching 5th print: Drawing Techniques for Product Designers

Sketching is an incredibly broad and practical survey of sketching techniques for product designers. It goes without saying that the book is suited for the classroom, but every design studio will also find this manual an asset, because in spite of the ascendancy of the computer, hand-drawn sketches are still a very much used.

Twice A Princess

Dearest Godmother, I only have one more match to make to break this curse . . . if only I wasn't distracted by my handsome boss. I know I should stay away from him - I am betrothed to a prince in my country, after all - but Alexander's kindness, his humor and his sexy kisses are keeping me up at night in spite of my better judgment. Your lovelorn goddaughter, Princess Meredith.