the contrary
noun
: an opposite or different fact, event, or situation
He was sure his sister had made a mistake, but the contrary was true: she was right and he was wrong.
Examples of the contrary in a Sentence
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To the contrary, Silver has a fiduciary duty as commissioner to maximize his employer’s interests.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 July 2024
His response to his elevation to leadership is worth applauding, but the contrary incentives still tug at much of his caucus.
—The Editors, National Review, 10 July 2024
On the contrary, in a Republican surge with DeSantis on the same ballot in 2022, Dan Franzese lost to Frankel by 10.5% while DeSantis historically won the county.
—Deborah Adeimy, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2024
However, on the contrary, some fans are quite pleased with Drake’s artistry as presented.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 July 2024
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 July 2024
His response to his elevation to leadership is worth applauding, but the contrary incentives still tug at much of his caucus.
—The Editors, National Review, 10 July 2024
On the contrary, in a Republican surge with DeSantis on the same ballot in 2022, Dan Franzese lost to Frankel by 10.5% while DeSantis historically won the county.
—Deborah Adeimy, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2024
However, on the contrary, some fans are quite pleased with Drake’s artistry as presented.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for the contrary
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“The contrary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20contrary. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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