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to the contrary

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Idioms and Phrases

To the opposite effect, in denial, as in No matter what they say to the contrary, I am positive that he was present . This idiom was first recorded in 1512. Also see on the contrary .

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He added that reports to the contrary were "false".

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Despite myriad examples to the contrary, watching a show’s starring character die suddenly still knocks us sideways.

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Despite all his protestations to the contrary, Kennedy does not want American kids to be healthier.

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Last year, amid speculation to the contrary, he told The Times that he would “absolutely” run for reelection.

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"DCMS insisted that these clubs were financially viable when it awarded the loans, despite public reports at the time to the contrary," said the PAC.

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