She tried to 'put on a brave face' [=she tried to appear brave or calm] despite the pain of the injury.
You can refuse to talk to her if you like, but you're just 'cutting off your nose to spite your face'.
They made it on time 'in spite of the fact' that they got a flat tire.
(..) - Messala Severus? We've heard the stories about your grandfather. His hand in betraying Julius Caesar. And how he wailed when he was crucified. MESSALA: In spite of that, I'm thankful Pilate's on my side, brother. More thankful to see you. Me, too. To think you were just (..)2016 Ben-Hur