contrasting

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“Hilton was more energized at the end, when it mattered,” said Spillane, contrasting the two Republicans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Nearby, a set of four white bowls stands out for its contrasting simplicity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

The career trajectories of French Open finalists Mirra Andreeva and Maja Chwalinska could not be more contrasting.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

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

Corelli’s typical concerto grosso was divided into three sections of contrasting speeds - slow-fast-slow or fast-slow-fast - after the fashion of the earlier consort suites or setts.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall