1
as in refutes
to make an assertion that is contrary to one made by (another)
no matter what I say, you always have to contradict me
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2
as in denies
to declare not to be true
his account contradicted the story that they had gotten earlier
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Recent Examples of contradicts
That’s double the going rate less than a decade ago, and the upswing with the Super Bowl contradicts the downward drift of overall advertising on TV amid cord-cutting and competition from YouTube, streaming and social media.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2026
When people can see evidence that obviously contradicts what the administration is saying, they’re primed to disbelieve the officials.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2026
The constant cleanup becomes a daily burden that contradicts a simplified lifestyle, Palmer says.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
But video of both incidents contradicts federal officials’ accounts.
—Connor Greene, Time, 2 Feb. 2026
The passionate youthfulness here and the spa’s holistic, restorative aura might seem like odd bedfellows, but the chemistry between the two enriches rather than contradicts the overall vibe of cool, refined, New York-ness.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
If the outcome of that suit contradicts this recent ruling, Berger said condo associations in different parts of the state could end up subject to different rules.
—Catherine Odom
january 29, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Grove accused Good of trying to run over an ICE agent with her car, though video evidence also contradicts that claim.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The footage contradicts the federal government’s account of the fatal shooting.
—Ernesto Londoño Catie Edmondson Ashley Wu Peter Baker, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Dade Hayes, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2026
When people can see evidence that obviously contradicts what the administration is saying, they’re primed to disbelieve the officials.
—David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 5 Feb. 2026
The constant cleanup becomes a daily burden that contradicts a simplified lifestyle, Palmer says.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
But video of both incidents contradicts federal officials’ accounts.
—Connor Greene, Time, 2 Feb. 2026
The passionate youthfulness here and the spa’s holistic, restorative aura might seem like odd bedfellows, but the chemistry between the two enriches rather than contradicts the overall vibe of cool, refined, New York-ness.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
If the outcome of that suit contradicts this recent ruling, Berger said condo associations in different parts of the state could end up subject to different rules.
—Catherine Odom
january 29, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Grove accused Good of trying to run over an ICE agent with her car, though video evidence also contradicts that claim.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The footage contradicts the federal government’s account of the fatal shooting.
—Ernesto Londoño Catie Edmondson Ashley Wu Peter Baker, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contradicts
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Browsh refutes the idea the NFL chose Bad Bunny as a political stunt.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Data consistently refutes the idea that theaters and streaming are in a zero-sum battle for different audiences.—
Joseph M. Singer,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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While Singh’s lawyer Jitender Khurana denies any political motive for his client’s paroles, his previous releases coincided with crucial state elections, fueling speculation that his freedom is a reward for the Dera’s electoral support.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Continue reading … FOUL PLAY – Lions fan files $100M lawsuit after DK Metcalf clash, denies racial slur claims.—
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FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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But Balzano rejects the idea that fast development automatically conflicts with automotive reliability.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Gentry rejects the notion that there are more Hancevilles out there, their scandals hidden for now.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Contradicts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contradicts. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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