contrary to
Example Sentences
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"We've given up on no plant and, contrary to media reports, no plant closure has been approved."
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
“That counteroffer is contrary to Deere’s goal of providing continuity and certainty for our employees when equipment demand is down,” Deere said in a statement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
But, contrary to what many bulls conclude, this doesn’t necessarily mean the market will continue rising.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 24, 2026
He said: "The defender conceded that the defender discriminated against the pursuer, contrary to the provisions of the Equalities Act."
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
Now, I realize that this is exactly contrary to conventional wisdom.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
