contrary
Example Sentences
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City of London Police said a 22-year-old woman was arrested for displaying a placard in support of a proscribed organisation, in this case Palestine Action, contrary to Section 13 of the Terrorism Act 2000.
From BBC
“Concerns about DJI’s data security have not been grounded in evidence and instead reflect protectionism, contrary to the principles of an open market,” the statement said.
He said that contrary to speculation on social media, there had been no bridge collapse.
From BBC
They added: "Any claims to the contrary are entirely without foundation."
From BBC
Edison denies the claims, calling their description of the fire’s start an “exotic ignition theory…contrary to accepted scientific principles.”
From Los Angeles Times
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