Sentence examples for contrary to understandable from inspiring English sources

As alumni who spanned different generations, we were convinced that, contrary to understandable, conventional wisdom, that our alumni were a major untapped resource.

This was contrary to the expectation, but understandable given the wider socioeconomic context.

As Texas Freedom Network has expressed views on education that run contrary to these standards, it is understandable that these critiques extend to our programs".

This wasn't simply to alleviate fears at a time of understandable tension, but because – contrary to speculation – those returning from Guantánamo Bay were subject to surveillance and monitoring by the security services.

This impulse is an understandable one, but it does run contrary to the conventional wisdom about the film industry's "anti-Christian" animus.

"The government's motivations are understandable, but its methods for achieving its objectives are contrary to the rule of law, the democratic process, and the rights of the American people," Apple's lawyers wrote.

The fear and anger that it provoked was understandable, but in some cases, it led us to act contrary to our ideals.

While it is understandable to be concerned about safety, taking an anti-refugee position is contrary to the beliefs of the faithful votersthese Republican leaders rely upon every election day.

Contrary to "No to Keystone.

This is contrary to my experience.

Contrary to initial reports, the cat survived.