Nor, despite its supposed importance in terms of national security, is it very well paid.

Yet despite its importance we have only one man seeking it for us.

Despite their importance from other viewpoints, they are not central to the educational process.

Despite Jacques's importance, little documentation on his life has been available.

Despite its historical importance, the church has never been studied from an architectural point of view.

Despite their importance, however, they are barely known to the public.

Despite its importance, the rule of law is an area which, until now, has often received too little attention and support.

Despite its apparent historical importance, the text is not well known.

A hard worker who didn't seem to take his work all that seriously, despite its importance.

Despite their importance, no official results were expected until Monday.