contradict a statement

Frequency: 5.52.0 per million words

to say the opposite of a statement, implying it is wrong

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Examples (10)

  • The evidence presented seemed to contradict his earlier statement.
  • She tried to contradict his statement, but couldn't find any proof.
  • Are you trying to contradict my statement in front of everyone?
  • His actions often contradict his public statements about honesty.
  • The new findings directly contradict the previous scientific statement.
  • No one dared to contradict the general's statement during the briefing.
  • If you have facts that contradict my statement, please present them.
  • The witness's testimony appeared to contradict the defendant's initial statement.
  • He was advised not to contradict his own statement in court.
  • It's difficult to contradict such a well-reasoned statement.