Despite the family's religious background He became secular at a young age.

Despite his background, he said: "I had a hard time getting this published.

Despite his background, Linna's interest in literature began early on.

The villagers on the other hand accept Spike despite her different background.

Despite their respectable background, the twins turned to a life of crime.

Americans have often seen their country as a 'land of opportunity' where anyone can succeed despite his background.

Despite his background as one child in a large working-class family, Peter acquired an education, and read for the law.

Despite his father's religious background, he was not religious in later life.

Despite its religious background, Cloonfush does not have any church.

Despite his family's poor background, he performed well after entering the Church and rose quickly through the ranks.