Sentence examples for but contrary to reasonable from inspiring English sources

Mr Brightside closes with a magnificent salvo of hooks within hooks, but contrary to reasonable expectation, no fireworks.

Second, the division between Republican and Democratic appointees is comparable to what is found in other areas of the law; contrary to reasonable expectations, there is no significant "compression" of ideological divisions in this domain.

But contrary to what the National Rifle Association suggests, this is rare.

But contrary to common assumption, earmarks don't increase spending.

But contrary to popular belief, suicide is not that high.

But contrary to what Mark says, he never sacked me.

Jack is evil, but contrary to cliche, not banally so.

But contrary to the name, not all are international.

But contrary to popular belief, Haw is still there.

But, contrary to popular perception, he never reached them.

But contrary to idiot opinions, women can really write.