REGARDLESS OF vs despite

Both 'regardless of' and 'despite' are correct and commonly used in English. They are used to show contrast or opposition between two ideas. 'Regardless of' is more formal and emphasizes the idea of not being influenced by something, while 'despite' is slightly less formal and focuses on the idea of something happening in spite of a particular circumstance.

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REGARDLESS OF

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

It is used to indicate that something is not affected or influenced by a particular factor or circumstance.

Examples:

Regardless of the weather, the event will take place as scheduled.
She continued with her plans regardless of the obstacles in her way.

Alternatives:

irrespective of
independent of
without regard to
no matter
in spite of

despite

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

It is used to introduce a fact that contrasts with or goes against what might be expected.

Examples:

Despite the rain, they decided to go for a walk.
She went on the trip despite feeling unwell.

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Sweet as apples, despite autumn.
Their love - triumphant still, despite the circumstances.
Nonetheless, you succeeded despite yourself.
In addition, despite the Manhattan District...
My husband commands it, despite tradition.
Even exposed your secret identity despite common sense.
Because despite your artisan tequilas and charm-school manners...
The system did nothing despite an eyewitness.
Some cows carry their calves despite the infection.
Pragmatists will vote for our doctor despite his attitude.
And the invasion went ahead despite his objection.
And despite our momentary success, this theatre barely survives.
You got your deal despite Duck.
So despite my misgivings about your presence...
Deacon retains ownership, despite Rook's return.
The Oratorians proceeded with construction despite public protests at their presence.
No artificial signals were found despite 200 hours of observations.
The duo married despite Maivia's objections.
I accepted your offer despite my inexperience.
The record was released despite John Fogerty's strong objections.

Alternatives:

in spite of
even though
although
notwithstanding
regardless

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