Contra

How To Use Contra In A Sentence

• Someone who really wanted to stop unsanctioned immigration would begin here, by busting the small contractors who employ these workers on a contingent basis.
• Unless contraindicated, prophylaxis with a gastrointestinal motility stimulant laxative and a stool softener is appropriate in terminally ill patients who are being given opioids.
• This proposed procurement is a continuation of an existing contractual agreement for the developed prototype NASA Student Ambassadors Virtual Community (NSAVC) web site. ... Curious Virtual Community Procurement - NASA Watch
• I had a sirloin steak, with béarnaise and frites, which they contrarily call chips, and a bit of salad. Times, Sunday Times
• Sadly, none of a myriad of ingenious contraptions, despite inventors' claims, puts forth more energy than it absorbs.
• Deep navy, in contrast, is less demanding, and leaves a bit more colour in a blonde's cheeks.
• In July, the project came to a standstill for nine days when workers stopped to oppose the use of non-union contract labour on the site.
• Looking radiantly healthy - in contrast to her wan mien of recent months - she lucidly defended herself the interviewers tried to extract an apology from her.
• The process of inspiration is active and requires energy for muscle contraction.
• Contrary to what has been claimed, the theory is not insulated against attempts to disconfirm it.