Despite Mr. Grinker's energy and good will, little was accomplished.

Yet despite their energy, Mr. James's works were not always intellectually stimulating.

Nevertheless, despite his energy and foresight, Konemenos' work had little immediate impact.

Despite her energy, she says she wouldn't be able to attend school without the free day care center.

Despite Bette's obvious energy and intelligence, Brian was clearly the star of the show, imposing, self-absorbed, in control.

Despite their comparative energy and efficiency, the Cabal was a fractious and unpopular lot.

Despite its energy, this work was strangely tiresome.

Despite her energy, Anastasia's physical health was sometimes poor.

Marcus Collins, despite his energy and stage presence, seemed unable to get through any song without whooping like a knackered ambulance.

Despite his energy and ability, it was unlikely in 1922 that this son of the dispossessed would be accepted at Oxford or Cambridge.