`17,` Despite the tough competition, she won the championship.

`18,` Despite the cold weather, they decided to have a picnic in the park. 

`19,` In spite of her limited resources, she managed to start her own business.

`20,` Despite the low salary, her brother really enjoys this job.  

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Mệnh đề tương phản, đối lập:

`-` Although `+` S `+` V `+` O , S `+` V `+` O..

`=` In spite of `+` N/cụm N/V-ing, S `+` V `+` O

`=` Despite `+` N/cụm N/V-ing, S `+` V `+` O..