despites

plural of despite
as in disadvantages
the negative result caused by something that creates difficulty for achieving success baffled as to why working-class voters would vote in despite of their own economic interests

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disadvantages
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  • Actual research on the topic is still uneven, however, and a study published last year indicated trans women who take hormone therapy may face significant disadvantages compared to their cis peers in metrics like vertical leap and oxygen consumption.
    Samantha Riedel, Them., 27 Oct. 2025
  • When asked about potential disadvantages, Roberson said officials hear from educators who can be reluctant to adjust lesson plans.
    Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2025
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“Despites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/despites. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.

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