contrary

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A German MEP who had been pushing for a change after Brexit told the BBC in 2017 that the naming rules were "contrary to German linguistic tradition".

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Some Wall Street analysts are insisting that April — contrary to its label as the cruelest month — is actually one of the better months for the U.S. stock market.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Arguments to the contrary are overly cautious and pedantic.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

The FDA cited ImmunityBio for suggesting Anktiva could treat “all cancers” and could be injected, contrary to its approved use.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

On the contrary, an industrial-size box of Oreos was just what she needed.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi