Identify the preposition.

In spite of its popularity, the Pony Express lasted only 18 months.

I'm stuck on this one:/ Please help.

4 answers

This sentence has two prepositions. Check this list.

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Note that this list includes the two prepositions as one preposition.
Ok, thanks Ms. Sue!
You're welcome, Skating!
She went to the party in spite/ despite of her dislike for the host.

which sounds better in spite of or despite of