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Definition of by/in contrast
: when compared to another : when looked at or thought about in relation to similar objects or people to set off dissimilar qualities
She had a big personality, which made her husband seem dull by contrast. —often + with or toIn contrast with last year's profits, the company is not doing very well.
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