Sentences with phrase «central figures despite»

A dynamic, dominating personality, he became one of surfing's central figures despite refusing to compete professionally and he revolutionized the nature of the sport not once but twice by going in directions few people much cared about.

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Despite stronger than expected growth in the second half, the central bank has actually reduced its outlook for the next two years, saying that's when the current appreciation of the currency will show up in growth figures.

Despite the rich associations, the film finally makes little more of its central figure, a hideously deformed young man, than an object of pity.

This being a Mamet work, a central con naturally figures into the proceedings, and despite the capable orchestration of that subterfuge, the knowledge that a climactic revelation lies in wait diffuses at least a measure of suspense.

Because of this fact, these stories are often told from a cis perspective, despite having a trans character as their central figure.

She was nominated for Supporting Actress at the 2011 ceremony, despite being absolutely and incontrovertibly the lead part of True Grit, being in nearly every scene and acting as the central figure and prime mover of the plot.

Despite all these new responsibilities and becoming a central figure in our nation's continued effort to improve teaching and learning, one thing has not changed: how principals are deemed qualified and ready to fill this important role.