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contrarily
adverb
- kənˈtrɛərɪlɪ in a perverse or obstinate manner
- ˈkɒntrərɪlɪ on the other hand; from the opposite point of view
- ˈkɒntrərɪlɪ in an opposite, adverse, or unexpected way
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Example Sentences
Again, I say, exact testimonies; in reference unto circumstantial relations so diversly or contrarily delivered.
It is not said that he will add no more to the former testament, but contrarily, that he will make a new covenant with them, &c.
We should, therefore, dread His displeasure, and not act contrarily to these commandments.
Immediately, contrarily to what usually happens in countries less African, everybody went out to welcome the shower.
Maybe I am contrarily constructed, but in my case everything became pure white.
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