Despite its approval today, the future of the registry plan remains in doubt.

Despite the director's approval of the design, he instructed Peale to continue until Patterson was satisfied.

Despite his low approval among the populace, the governor maintained the confidence of President Cleveland and was thus safely remained in office.

The chances of either measure's ultimately passing remain unclear, despite the Senate's approval of the abortion clinic bill by a 56-to-4 vote.

Despite Justen's approval, it had hurt, and tired me.

Despite Rice's own overwhelming approval and praise, the show received disappointing attendance and largely negative reviews from critics.

Despite Yorke's approval, the writer said that he was too busy with his work on Doctor Who to pursue the idea.

The court considered these ineffective to prevent application of the exhaustion doctrine, despite Mallinckrodt's approval of their use.

Despite the budget's unanimous approval at a meeting here, the battle over Nassau's tattered finances is far from over.

Despite Jefferson's approval of and attempt to distribute Madison's work, the national reaction was tepid.