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TO THE CONTRARY

(adverb)
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There is 1 meaning of the phrase To The Contrary.

To The Contrary - as an adverb

Contrary to expectations

Example: "He didn't stay home; on the contrary, he went out with his friends"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contrarilycontrariwiseon the contrary

Example Sentences

"Despite what she said, the evidence proves to the contrary."
"All the witnesses testified to the contrary."
"The research findings were in direct opposition to the contrary beliefs."
"The rumors were completely false; in fact, the truth was to the contrary."
"He claimed he had no knowledge of the incident, but the video evidence proved to the contrary."
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