Despite high expectations, Horton's men were not to challenge again in 2005-06.

Despite high initial expectations, the company closed its doors in late 2003.

But despite expectations, Japan offered no new or concrete plans.

"I am sure you are aware that my interaction was with the child, not the woman, despite expectations."

Despite elevated expectations the Demons then went on to lose their next three games.

The film was an average success, despite the initial hype and expectations.

However, despite high expectations, the club played for the last time in the top flight, and once more returned to the lower divisions.

The movie became a box office failure, despite high expectations.

However, despite expectations, the team was eliminated early on in the playoffs.

A cure was still not found in the '00s despite expectations.