contradict

Example Sentences

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This would appear to contradict directly the statements made during a cabinet meeting held Thursday in which Bessent said “the U.S. oil market is well-supplied.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

But the documents appear to contradict Lyons’ testimony.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

It’s easy to see why McLaughlin believed she could undermine or contradict her agency’s official position in court without consequence.

From Slate • Feb. 18, 2026

Those videos appear to contradict the claims by Bovino and other officials, including DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, that Pretti had come to attack agents.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 2026

The women in attendance were appalled, but no one dared to challenge or contradict the religious leaders.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling