Despite this repressive atmosphere, an increasing number of Egyptians, disillusioned with Nasser's socialist, secular government, were turning to the mosque for political answers.
Despite this tricky atmosphere, Mr. Frydman (pronounced FREED-man), whose company had been recruited by local officials and business groups, managed to get the multiplex built.
Yet despite the atmosphere of churchy solemnity provided by this tall, narrow hall, there is an exultant quality to her tales of woe.
Despite the atmosphere of insecurity and confusion, the response rate of this study was high (86%).
Her friend Caitlin Paul, 17, a no voter, was "very happy", despite the atmosphere in the city.
Despite the atmosphere of antagonism, there has been some cooperation between gun owners and politicians, who rarely want to be seen as their allies.
A key strategic decision was made by EnCana to maintain transparency throughout the consultation process and flexibility in the final design, despite the atmosphere of conflict.
New York Times film critic William Grimes called it "a dump" despite giving it two stars (out of four) because he felt Liebrandt's food was that good despite the atmosphere.
Despite this coziness, the atmosphere of a Taylor Swift tour is professional, if not downright corporate less "Almost Famous" than Apple board meeting.
