to the contrary
Example Sentences
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The sheer reach of the Cyclospora parasite indicates other contributors at play, and despite expert recommendations to the contrary, it’s already fomenting a mild panic over produce.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
Lithgow, to the contrary, was clearly stunned — and deeply honored.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 8, 2026
Channel 4 says that when concerns related to contributor welfare were raised, "prompt and appropriate action was taken, based on the information available at the time" adding it "strongly refutes any claim to the contrary".
From BBC ● May 20, 2026
It cemented their status as the series favorites, giving their fans reason to believe that it might finally be New York’s year—despite a lifetime of evidence to the contrary.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
But the scratches and bruises were long healed, and all her own statements at the time were to the contrary.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
