Sentence examples for despite his ability from inspiring English sources

Despite his ability to create, Sergeant Stewart insists he is a police officer, not an artist.

Despite his ability, Strickland may create more questions than answers for the Knicks.

Despite his ability to predict when bad weather might occur and prepare for it, this year he had no warning.

Despite his ability to get a goal when it is really needed, not all will miss the Desert Fox.

Despite his ability, he never became a champion at Lumpini or at the smaller Rajadamnern Stadium, the nation's other storied muay Thai arena.

Laird, despite his ability to play first base and a little in the outfield, is viewed as a backup at third base.

That is why when Senator McCain tells the Pentagon to jump, the typical ingratiating response is "how high?" Judge Nance obtusely maintained that the military would be indifferent to Senator McCain's views or threats--despite his ability to cripple or destroy careers--because he exercises no command authority over military members.

Despite his abilities, Hollande also maintains that "A French president has to speak French" - it's never a good idea to let those Anglo cultural imperialists get above themselves, after all.

Hailsham's first tenure as Lord Chancellor lasted barely a year and highlighted the fact that despite his abilities (many politicians considered that if he had not accepted the offer to become Lord Chancellor he would likely have become Prime Minister) he was not a particularly innovative Lord Chancellor.

But in a statement  the club said they "do not intend signing Ched Evans" despite "his obvious ability as a football player".

Despite doubts about his ability and integrity, his landslide seemed to be a testament to mass movements and democracy.