contrary
Example Sentences
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"Contrary to alarmist claims, there is no imminent threat to the Aravallis' ecology," it said in a December statement.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
Contrary to popular belief, people over 60 aren’t more likely to be targeted, the FTC says.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
Contrary to what Polis implied, a jury did not choose to convict Peters because of her words.
From Slate • May 21, 2026
Contrary to Russkaya Obshina's claims that it is not backed by major financiers, documents seen by BBC Eye suggest there are influential figures who have funded it via a number of charitable foundations.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Contrary to the usual course of things, Mr. Elton’s wanting to pay his addresses to her had sunk him in her opinion.
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
Vocabulary lists containing contrary
Opposites Attract
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Against All Odds: Contra and Counter
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 16–19
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