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to the contrary



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Idioms and Phrases

To the opposite effect, in denial, as in No matter what they say to the contrary, I am positive that he was present . This idiom was first recorded in 1512. Also see on the contrary .
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Last year, amid speculation to the contrary, he told The Times that he would “absolutely†run for reelection.

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"DCMS insisted that these clubs were financially viable when it awarded the loans, despite public reports at the time to the contrary," said the PAC.

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OLC’s opinions have great weight and are considered authoritative statements about the law unless or until a court rules to the contrary.

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They’re bound to learn, to the contrary, that there isn’t a federal program that Americans value more than Social Security.

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Despite this, the former president said he recognised Zelensky's legitimacy as leader, to combat both American and Russian claims to the contrary.

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