contrast
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Documents obtained by nonprofit American Oversight show a glaring contrast between the training of Marines and that of immigration agents, who have been accused of using unnecessary force.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Chinese companies, by contrast, are following a state-sanctioned strategy focused on integrating AI into siloed industries and systems, training models to improve individual tasks and accelerate growth in a more tailored approach.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
In contrast, US energy companies ExxonMobil and Chevron saw their profits decline, results affected by an unfavourable time lag between the sale and delivery of products within the derivatives markets.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
In contrast, McIlroy's bid for another victory - following his triumph at The Masters last month - collapsed on a difficult afternoon in Charlotte for the man from Northern Ireland.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
“I chose him to contrast her, and to complement. Perhaps I chose too well.”
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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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