Sentence examples for succession despite from inspiring English sources

The Anglican claim to this apostolic succession, despite its repudiation by Pope Leo XIII in 1896, has largely determined the role of the Church of England in the discussions among the churches.

Mr. Kim was flanked by two longtime aides, and he gave no hint that North Korea was in the throes of a succession struggle, despite the widespread questions over how long he might live.

The former England international then kicked two penalties through the posts in quick succession, and despite Jacques Burger seeing yellow for a high tackle on Phil Dollman on 71 minutes, Hodgson slotted over in blustery conditions to see out the game.

But the works remain a succession of effects despite a certain amount of posturing that suggests that deeper meaning is afoot.

The economy has slowed to a crawl; inflation is at 6.5%, despite a succession of interest-rate rises.

Despite a succession of high-profile aviation incidents in the past year, plane crashes in Europe remain rare.

She placed third in the high school cross-country nationals in 2001 despite a succession of injuries.

Despite a succession of rock hits including Science Fiction, Good Die Young, Hey Little Boy and Pleasure and Pain, by 1990 the two were exploring a pop sensibility.

The divorce laws have not changed since their liberalisation in 1969 despite a succession of landmark cases and the advent of pre-nuptial agreements.

Despite a succession of glitches with its Dreamliner aircraft, chairman and chief executive Jim McNerney said the moves reflected its operational performance, increasing cash flow and confidence in the future.

In the years since, Roosevelt's problems have persisted despite a succession of state-appointed superintendents and hundreds of millions of dollars in state aid for improvements, including new buildings.