She wasn't having much success despite the President's promise to help.

Despite all the president's promises, the economy added just 21,000 jobs last month.

Despite promises to sign within days, they have yet to do so.

Despite promises to set her free one day, every offer is rejected.

But in 2008, he sought a third term, despite his promise.

He was again threatening the State with violence, despite his promise of good behavior.

Assessment: this is a research dead end, despite initial promise.

Most countries have until now been cautious with each other, despite promises to share intelligence.

Despite all his promises to himself, he said, "I wish you wouldn't do that."

It also has not yet enacted any major new laws, despite promises to do so.