TO THE CONTRARY Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

to the contrary

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Definition of to the contrary

as in again

just the opposite being true We believe their story since there is no evidence to the contrary.

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Recent Examples of to the contrary Despite senior executives’ protests to the contrary, many M&A scenarios will likely be motivated by the new setup. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 30 June 2026 Some may continue using the drug, delay or forgo treatments proven to be effective, or remain convinced that the drug is helpful despite accumulating evidence to the contrary. — Dannell D. Boatman, The Conversation, 8 July 2026 Nathaniel Taylor played Lamont's buddy Rollo, an ex-con Fred regularly believed was still a criminal despite his claims to the contrary. — Will Harris, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026 Despite mathematical models to the contrary, in practice, no controller is less incentivized for success merely because their economic ownership fell from 51% to 45%. — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for to the contrary

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“To the contrary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/to%20the%20contrary. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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