Sentence examples for contrary to popular thought from inspiring English sources

Contrary to popular thought, Nell said, the Everglades is an awful place for them, too.

In addition, the forecast said that "contrary to popular thought, television viewing is not being cannibalized by growing Internet use".

Jessi argues that contrary to popular thought, the "heavy-handedness" and simplicity of these performances paradoxically helped to constitute a space for critical reflection, dialogue, and dissensus among spectators and performers alike.

Contrary to popular thought, frozen fish is "comparable to, if not better than, fresh fish," because it is frozen on ships within hours of being caught, Mr. Seaver said.

Malone Says He's Not Miffed Contrary to popular thought last week, Karl Malone is not a stodgy old complainer who is emotionally wounded because the N.B.A. is promoting young players more than, say, stodgy old complainers.

A new study shows that young sea turtles don't just drift passively in the ocean, contrary to popular thought, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced today.

Contrary to popular opinion, love may not mean a complete acceptance of all the beloved's thoughts and actions.

Contrary to popular opinion, women are allowed in the Royal Marines.

Contrary to popular opinion, this association is far from established.

Contrary to popular opinion, I am actually very shy.

Contrary to popular opinion, looks don't really matter.