as in again
just the opposite being true
she cannot stand sugary food; conversely, her husband is fond of sweets
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Recent Examples of conversely
Its inherent themes question what a life is worth and conversely what makes a life worthy.
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Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026
These experiences have conversely taught me that appreciation alone is not enough to ensure the long-term support of our nursing workforce.
—Christopher O’Connor, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
The Veyron, conversely, reclined.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Grier, conversely, would often defer to the wishes of others.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 Jan. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026
These experiences have conversely taught me that appreciation alone is not enough to ensure the long-term support of our nursing workforce.
—Christopher O’Connor, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
The Veyron, conversely, reclined.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Grier, conversely, would often defer to the wishes of others.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conversely
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Davis has since admitted the uncharacteristic miss — the ball hit the front rim, back rim and side rim again before rolling off — negatively impacted him for weeks.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Analysts believe Thaksin made a deal to return and allow his party to take up the reins of government once again.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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