contrary to

as in against

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Recent Examples of contrary to Sarah Mathew noted how, contrary to popular belief, same-day delivery can be incredibly cost-effective. Natalie Berg, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025 The court reasoned that educators could not compel students to participate, because forcing children – or anyone – to engage in activities inconsistent with their beliefs is contrary to their First Amendment rights to the free exercise of religion and freedom of speech. Charles J. Russo, The Conversation, 5 June 2025 Opinions expressed in this material may differ or be contrary to opinions expressed, or actions taken, by Fairlead Strategies or its affiliates, or their respective officers, directors, or employees. Katie Stockton, CNBC, 2 June 2025 And contrary to common belief, most of its unhoused residents aren’t newcomers. Troy Aidan Sambajon, Christian Science Monitor, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for contrary to
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  • An obstructionist Supreme Court, however, stood athwart the New Deal’s path.
    John Fabian Witt, The New Republic, 26 Aug. 2022
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    The Economist, The Economist, 24 Mar. 2021

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“Contrary to.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contrary%20to. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.

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