Despite the fact that money was counted three times, it still fell short of the correct total.
despite can be a connective or you can use it at the start of a sentance.For example: This is very good homework despite you got it yesterday.hope this helps :)
"Despite" is typically used at the beginning of a sentence to introduce a contrast. However, it can also be used in the middle of a sentence to show contrast within the same sentence. For example, "She continued working on the project, despite facing many obstacles."
I shall carry on, despite your ill will.
Despite his hands, he was happy but ill-equipped.
I called, despite your wishes.
"Despite the evidence presented, the facts are irrelevant in this case!"
I love eating bacon in the morning, despite the fact that it is unhealthy.
She got the job despite her bad behavior during the interview.
Despite thinking about it I couldn't think of a sentence for establishment
It rained all day, despite this we had a good time.He was forced to leave the team despite his popularity with the other members.
despite pompous, he was an entertaining person
No, you cannot start a sentence with "no" unless you need to do so. No reason exists not to start a sentence with that word, as you can see. No one will care if you do start a sentence with it.