perversely

Example Sentences

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Perversely, it’s times like these, when subversion and subtlety are required, that creativity flourishes.

From Salon • Jan. 1, 2026

Perversely, the Department of Homeland Security publicly concedes this reality, citing in a Federal Register notification “widespread gang violence” as a reason for terminating temporary protected status.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2025

Perversely, “dead babies”—those who do not survive childbirth—are much cheaper in medical malpractice litigation that “damaged babies”—those who do survive but with traumatic injuries—especially in a state like Iowa with a cap on noneconomic damages.

From Slate • Apr. 24, 2025

Perversely, Yoon seemed untroubled by his party's election defeat.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2025

Perversely I wished Limela would throw the mfundisi out.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane