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Recent Examples of contrasts
The company contrasts this with many other AI assistants, which are often bolted onto existing tools.
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Ellen Sheng, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Nonpartisan voter guides from outlets such as CalMatters and KPBS depict the race as offering sharp policy contrasts rather than an indistinct muddle.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
All three models are featured in a new campaign directed by visual artist duo Blackwall which contrasts the LightSpray production process with Loewe’s approach to materiality and design, set against a backdrop of bold color and saturated hues.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Its rich green or purplish evergreen foliage contrasts beautifully with the fringe-like, strappy flowers appearing in late winter, spring, and early summer.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
La Gomera’s contrasts between semi-desert and cloud forest make for steep, varied days.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
That approach contrasts with the broader transition occurring across the automotive industry.
—James Morris, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
This contrasts with the long-standing social divides between citizens and foreigners, and between wealthy professionals and the low-wage workers who keep Gulf economies running.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
Although some stricter interpretations of the faith may discourage interventions, Chidester said that attitude contrasts with the broader cultural landscape of Salt Lake City, where he’s based.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Ellen Sheng, CNBC, 19 May 2026
Nonpartisan voter guides from outlets such as CalMatters and KPBS depict the race as offering sharp policy contrasts rather than an indistinct muddle.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
All three models are featured in a new campaign directed by visual artist duo Blackwall which contrasts the LightSpray production process with Loewe’s approach to materiality and design, set against a backdrop of bold color and saturated hues.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Its rich green or purplish evergreen foliage contrasts beautifully with the fringe-like, strappy flowers appearing in late winter, spring, and early summer.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
La Gomera’s contrasts between semi-desert and cloud forest make for steep, varied days.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
That approach contrasts with the broader transition occurring across the automotive industry.
—James Morris, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
This contrasts with the long-standing social divides between citizens and foreigners, and between wealthy professionals and the low-wage workers who keep Gulf economies running.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
Although some stricter interpretations of the faith may discourage interventions, Chidester said that attitude contrasts with the broader cultural landscape of Salt Lake City, where he’s based.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contrasts
differs
Verb
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Still, a film set differs from a theater production, so Harris dove into studying how to most effectively translate her vision for the screen.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
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American soccer has historically developed through a fragmented, expensive and commercially driven system that differs sharply from the development models used by many elite soccer nations.—
Clemente Lisi,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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“Contrasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contrasts. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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