The storyline reportedly struck a chord with students despite the marriage being solely for convenience.

Nor was it to strike Clyde later, despite the amazing thing that occurred.

We believe that lightning never strikes twice in the same place, despite the many times it has.

Mortal fear lent his spell force enough to strike despite the chaos of battle.

And so, he added, the United States should strike at Iraq despite its leader's promises.

The fragile goblet broke when it struck the floor, despite the thickness of the rug.

He struck again, despite Linden's attempt to distract him.

After a fortnight there, cholera struck, despite the overall cleanliness of the ship.

It struck the floor with violence despite its graceful fall and came apart, the broken debris flying out to roll across the flagstones.

It struck him then how little he knew about her private life, despite the years they had worked together.