Sentence examples for contrary to the pleas from inspiring English sources
"The House Republicans can't get their story straight, and they continue to conduct political fundraising off the murders of four brave Americans -- contrary to the pleas of Rep. Gowdy, their own pick for Select Committee Chairman".
He first refused the agreement before accepting Mrs. Fastow's plea, contrary to the usual practices under what is known as Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.
She was then placed in the holding cell for transfer to the county jail, since the new plea was contrary to the terms of her original release on bond.
Contrary to the United States.
When they stopped, I told them I was very sorry to have any accusations to bring against the government which I belonged to, and which I would gladly serve to the utmost of my power, but I must say that facts proved the contrary to their plea; and gave a short account of our Legislature's treatment of Ashfield, which was very puzzling to them.
It also suggested that, contrary to speculation, no plea deal appeared to be imminent.
The state demurred to the pleas.
Contrary to initial reports, the cat survived.
"Contrary to what some have claimed, today's plea removes any doubt that our courts are one of the most effective tools we have to fight terrorism and keep the American people safe," he said.
