contrary
Example Sentences
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And, despite many headlines to the contrary, JPMorgan Chase says that 90% of households can afford to cover a $400 emergency expense.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
To the contrary, it is to insist that the center’s work be judged by the ethical standards of journalism.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
After his talks, Magyar sought to assure Hungarians that the EU did not support conditions that would be contrary to their country's interests.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
"On the contrary, we need a multilateralism that is more deeply rooted in the people and not just in governments, biases or economic lobbying. We need new alignments, new alliances."
From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026
“No? I think he’s behaving very strangely. Henry and I were talking only yesterday about how brusque and contrary he’s become.”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
Vocabulary lists containing contrary
Opposites Attract
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Against All Odds: Contra and Counter
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 16–19
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