All efforts failed despite the destruction of a Chinese company.

It failed to reach the final race, despite an average speed of 132.75 mph.

And the new models may fail, despite the industry's excitement.

However, the Chiefs failed to make the playoffs, despite their 10-6 record.

As of September 2011, there were signs that these measures may be failing, despite all good efforts.

But this second effort failed as well, despite broad support from legislators and citizens.

The Lions failed to make the playoffs in 1980, despite a winning record of 8-7-1.

What I have no respect for is their ability to continually fail despite those advances.

Not one bank failed during her tenure, despite failures nationwide.

I failed them completely, despite the fact that I was ready for trouble.