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The phrase "despite good intentions" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referencing a situation in which someone made an effort to resolve an issue or take action, but did not have a successful outcome. For example, "John had good intentions when he tried to negotiate a better salary for himself, but despite his efforts, his manager rejected the request."
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Despite good intentions we could get this wrong.
But, despite good intentions, there remains frustration among writers and agents.
When, despite good intentions, people are not protected, some officers will maladapt the facts.
Indeed, the road to relocation, despite good intentions, is paved with difficulties.
Despite good intentions, procrastination and prevarication to date have meant no substantive progress.
In her article Thornton said: "When, despite good intentions, people are not protected, some officers will maladapt the facts.
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Horror and dismay, despite the good intentions.
Despite all good intentions, though, they may make others.
Despite its good intentions, the show doesn't really mesh.
If not, despite the good intentions of voters, our democracy will suffer.
Despite the good intentions, however, the hip-hop gallery project has been controversial from the start.
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