- present participle of contrast.
contrasting
Example Sentences
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General Motors shares fell 3.8% despite the energy announcements, contrasting with Ford’s prior stock surge after its energy business launch.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
“Hilton was more energized at the end, when it mattered,” said Spillane, contrasting the two Republicans.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Hybrid sales increased 17% in 2026 so far, contrasting with a 4.4% decline in overall new-vehicle sales through May.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
Could there be some comparing and contrasting to be done between those messages, if they are in this tranche, and what any of those ministers have said publicly about him since?
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Ned Moffat had just married Sallie Gardiner, and Meg couldn’t help contrasting their fine house and carriage, many gifts, and splendid outfit with her own, and secretly wishing she could have the same.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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