conversely
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Even without these limitations, to hand over one’s vision to someone else, and conversely, to shoulder the responsibility for realizing it are both touching acts of trust.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
However, Hopkinson recognised that Newcastle, conversely, would have liked "an even higher number" for such an influential figure.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
James Frey’s manager, conversely, rejects comparisons to Strangers and The Tell.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
They could come out of hibernation too early and not have any nectar to feed on, or conversely the flowers could come out before the bees appear.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
When you’re giving evidence in court, you’re unlikely to address the judge with “yaknowwhamean?”; and conversely the language you use in court would cause your peer group back on the street to fall about laughing.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
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