contrasting

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Hamilton Lane’s fiscal year fee earnings grew 25%, but its stock is down 36% since December, contrasting with the S&P 500’s 9% rise.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Twenty internationally acclaimed pianists were asked to play notes while intentionally producing contrasting tonal qualities, including bright versus dark and light versus heavy sounds.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

He is known for paintings that feature stacked blocks of contrasting yet complementary colors meant to elicit strong emotions.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

His leads, he said, come with contrasting backgrounds.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Newspapers, later magazines and books, emphasized contrasting images for each sister.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock