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contradiction
noun as in variance to something
Strongest matches
conflict, difference, disagreement, discrepancy, dispute, inconsistency
Strong matches
confutation, contravention, defiance, denial, dissension, incongruity, negation, opposite, opposition
Weak matches
Example Sentences
As Douglass puts it, they would “see what ought to be by reflection of what is and endeavor to remove the contradiction.”
During the conversation, Trump also reportedly pledged to support Ukraine, in contradiction of statements he made on the campaign trail.
Dr Dayah argues that the significant civilian casualties in Gaza, together with the widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure and humanitarian disaster that have followed the 7 October attack, means that it was in direct contradiction to the teachings of Islam.
As much as I admire Lyubov’s inner steel, she reflects an increasingly popular and uncomfortable contradiction: a desire for Russia’s defeat, while also wanting the bloodshed to end as soon as possible.
"Calling for it to be binned with no reasoning shows a lack of appreciation for traditions which is a contradiction for any rugby player - cultural appreciation and lack of open mindedness," Taiuru added.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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