Collocations for contrary - adj.
VERBS
be, run, seem
These results run contrary to our expectations. | It seems contrary to common sense.
These results run contrary to our expectations. | It seems contrary to common sense.
ADV.
completely, directly, entirely, quite, totally
My own experience is completely contrary. | The new claim is directly contrary to what was originally stated.
My own experience is completely contrary. | The new claim is directly contrary to what was originally stated.
clearly
PREP.
to
Contrary to what the public was told, weapons were still being exported.
Contrary to what the public was told, weapons were still being exported.
PHRASES
contrary to expectations
Contrary to expectations, we didn''t have any hold-ups on the journey.
Contrary to expectations, we didn''t have any hold-ups on the journey.
contrary to popular belief
Contrary to popular belief, the economy is doing well.
Contrary to popular belief, the economy is doing well.