Idioms & Expressions
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7 expressions found
contrary to expectations
In a way that is different from what was expected.
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Academic Phrase
Comparison & Contrast
by comparison
When looking at something in relation to something else.
C1
Academic Phrase
Comparison & Contrast
in the same vein
In a similar manner or style.
C1
Academic Phrase
Comparison & Contrast
along the same lines
In a similar way or direction.
C1
Academic Phrase
Comparison & Contrast
in a similar vein
In a similar manner or style.
C1
Academic Phrase
Comparison & Contrast
regardless of whether
Without being affected by whether something is true or not.
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Academic Phrase
Comparison & Contrast
contrary to popular belief
Used to introduce a statement that goes against what most people think.
C1
Academic Phrase
Comparison & Contrast
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