go against the grain
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But I am going to go against the grain here.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
"It's because these films are so beautiful, so unique and so strong that they sometimes go against the grain," said Binoche.
From Barron's ● Feb. 15, 2026
Another eye-opener in this mock is Philadelphia selecting Texas running back Bijan Robinson at No. 10, which would go against the grain for the Eagles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 25, 2023
Some may decide to harmonize with the group, whereas others “might make the deliberate choice to go against the grain, others might also make the choice to not even participate in that,” said Rajasekar.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 7, 2022
"Well, I'll do as you say, though it sure does go against the grain."
From Doubloons—and the Girl by John Maxwell Forbes
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