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bucking

NOUN

contradiction

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conflict difference disagreement discrepancy dispute inconsistency

STRONG

confutation contravention defiance denial dissension incongruity negation opposite opposition

WEAK

gainsaying

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accord agreement concurrence consistency harmony likeness peace sameness similarity

STRONG

approval

WEAK

OK acceptance concession confirmation corroboration reconcilement verification

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Shares of MGM had risen 20% so far in 2026, bucking a broader downtrend in the gaming industry.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

There are some refreshingly outspoken celebrities bucking the trend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

While many quantum firms use de-SPACs for faster market access, Quantinuum is pursuing an IPO, bucking the sector’s trend.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Although Cristle and Sunny’s paths don’t cross frequently, both are bucking certain tropes.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

I can only think that my every sense was concentrated on steering the bucking car.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou

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