to the contrary

Example Sentences

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And she adds: “The court’s apparently oblivious insistence to the contrary today cannot be squared with what Callais said on its face just over one month ago.”

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

It also made clear that the boy remains missing, despite reports to the contrary.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

And, despite many headlines to the contrary, JPMorgan Chase says that 90% of households can afford to cover a $400 emergency expense.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Americans didn’t actually land on the moon last week, despite some congratulations to the contrary, and Artemis II didn’t quite captivate the full attention of a country distracted by global strife and gas pumps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

And, in spite of all remonstrances and advices to the contrary, King PeDes struggled out of his costly robe, which be popped over Lancelot’s head.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White