Despite his skills, there were those who thought he would have been better cast as a Number 8.

They had almost been able to kill him, despite his considerable skills.

Despite their combined skills, she died only hours after birth.

Despite his own strong skills, he remained in their shadow for many years.

But he was, at heart, despite his deadly skills, a man of peace.

However, despite his skills he was not invited to spring training neither year.

Not with any great success, despite his skill as a diplomat.

Carol, despite her own wonderful skills, had no chance in this!

Despite his skill, he was arrested at least eight times and spent many years in prison.

Despite his skills, however, he's not likely to advance in rank.