contrary to

preposition

: in conflict with : despite
contrary to orders, he set out alone

Examples of contrary to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web 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, 28 Oct. 2024 Furthermore, dealers who possess or sell artifacts previously smuggled into the United States contrary to federal law may be required to forfeit them—a compelling incentive to investigate and verify an item’s provenance. Patricia Failing, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2024 Fox News said no employee of or freelancer for the network penned jokes for former president Donald Trump‘s speech at Thursday night’s Al Smith Dinner fundraiser — contrary to claims Trump made on the network’s air Friday morning. Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024 The material should not be provided to any person in a jurisdiction where its provision or use would be contrary to local laws, rules, or regulations. Katie Stockton, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for contrary to 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of contrary to was in the 14th century

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“Contrary to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/contrary%20to. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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