contrasting

Example Sentences

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Mr. Bezos is also doing a public service in contrasting the performance of government with the performance of the companies he creates.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Analysts have revised 2026 earnings estimates for discretionary companies down, contrasting with overall S&P 500 forecast increases.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

He is known for paintings that feature stacked blocks of contrasting yet complementary colors meant to elicit strong emotions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Her outfits blend water-like teals and blue, contrasting with natural floral pinks.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

And as we shall soon see, wording should never be varied when a writer is comparing or contrasting two things.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker