notwithstanding
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/ˌnɑːtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/
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/ˌnɒtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/
in spite of; regardless of
The rain notwithstanding, we had a wonderful picnic.
nevertheless; however
The team played well; notwithstanding, they lost the game.
even though; although
She agreed to help, notwithstanding that she was very busy.