contrast
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In contrast, Pope Leo XIV has denounced war, especially unprovoked wars.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
Puritanism, by contrast, was born in rebellion against the Church of England and the “divine right” claimed by the king.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Caterpillar, by contrast, trades at six times its 2025 sales.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
"If we contrast that with other countries in the tournament, we see Spain and Germany only paying 4p."
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
A commitment to color consciousness, by contrast, places faith in our capacity as humans to show care and concern for others, even as we are fully cognizant of race and possible racial differences.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
Vocabulary lists containing contrast
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 2
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Against All Odds: Contra and Counter
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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 2
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