Despite his confidence, he couldn't be certain of persuading her.

Despite Griswold's confidence in student editors, criticism of this practice continues.

Despite Knopf's confidence, the book is clearly a risk.

But despite their confidence in 3DO, a number of people are nervous about this offering.

Despite their confidence, they moved cautiously and kept sharp watch on the shadows lying ahead.

Despite the Marines' confidence, it still seemed like a lot of scummies to him.

Despite her general confidence, she is very scared of certain things such as bugs, ghosts and heights.

He had been afraid, despite his confidence in the Oversoul.

They were not at all sure, despite their expressed confidence, that this exploration was feasible.

Despite the band's confidence that it would place in the top 10, the single entered the charts on October 29, 2006 at number 35.