stand in striking contrast to/with

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: to be very different from

The building's modern style stands in striking contrast to the surrounding neighborhood.

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While the materials stand in striking contrast to the natural surroundings, they’re featured in a way that feels respectful of the terrain rather than intrusive. — New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025 Such responses stand in striking contrast to the relatively muted concerns in the United States to Trump’s run for reelection in 2024. — Omar G. Encarnación, Foreign Affairs, 16 Jan. 2025

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