Despite the government's rhetorical commitment to land reform, the program was quickly postponed.

Despite his commitment to war, Harold was ready to be converted to peacetime uses.

But despite his commitment to forge ahead, peace talks seemed to be frozen for now, with no clear sign of when they might resume.

Because Ian isn't much use in a kitchen despite his commitment.

Despite his commitment to finishing school, Allan reflects that he was rarely alert in class.

But only 3 in 10 believe that the President really wants change, despite his announced commitment to it.

Despite his commitment to the circus, he also dreams about college.

Despite their commitment and ideals, they had to defend their decision to stay.

But despite the school district's commitment to preschool, Chicago is having a hard time supporting it.

Despite his commitment for Austria, he is widely forgotten.