to the contrary
Example Sentences
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Lithgow, to the contrary, was clearly stunned — and deeply honored.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Javadli rejected the accusations and her Emirati legal team submitted evidence to the contrary in court.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
He then posted another message, saying: “Jefferies is not promoting any shorting activity regarding any IPO. Any suggestion to the contrary is WRONG.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
It cemented their status as the series favorites, giving their fans reason to believe that it might finally be New York’s year—despite a lifetime of evidence to the contrary.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 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
