Sentence examples for contrary to a from inspiring English sources

The phrase "contrary to a" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate something that differs from a particular expectation, hypothesis, or statement. For example, "Contrary to a popular belief, the Egyptians were not the first civilization to build a pyramid."

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But not exclusively, contrary to a common assumption.

Contrary to a common belief, labyrinths are not mazes.

(Contrary to a widespread European view, it exists).

Contrary to a reputation for surly prickliness, mischievous smiles rather seem to be Bernard Butler's thing.

Contrary to a widespread view, the Twins did not let Hunter simply walk away.

The SEALs were not wearing helmet cams, contrary to a widely cited report by CBS.

They are not pursuing Cincinnati's Dmitri Young, contrary to a published report.

And contrary to a popular misconception, the retirement of the baby boomers is readily affordable.

Contrary to a rumor, the miners were not in the disorienting dark all the time.

Contrary to a popular misperception, the court's authority is not as global as its name implies.

On the contrary, to a one, they are self-interested, embittered and vindictive.

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