contrast
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By contrast, shifting the contribution to a Roth IRA will not cause any taxation if left alone until 59 ½, and can afford you some tax-free access before then if you need it.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
The Beatles, by contrast, retired from the road in 1966 and devoted their energies to the studio.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
Disgorgement, by contrast, has historically been an “equitable” cleanup tool in cases decided by a judge with looser constraints.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
By contrast, he believes that French domestic energy prices will not go up much.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
Jess observed that it was the contrast between slaving under a tyrant and voluntary cooperation that arose from determination and good fellowship.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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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Academic Vocabulary: Core Tier 2 Words, List 1
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