 on_the_contrary |
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| 1. | [ adverb ] contrary to expectations | |
| Synonyms: | to_the_contrary contrariwise contrarily | |
| Examples: | "he didn't stay home on the contrary, he went out with his friends" |
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| Related terms: | contrary contrary | |
| Similar spelling: |
on_the_quiet on_the_coattails |
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