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What does contrary to mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word contrary to? Here's what it means.

Preposition
  1. despite; in opposition to (an assumption, etc.)
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The lawmakers should be called to account without fail for their reckless actions that run contrary to national interest.
It reconfirms the principle that indefinite detention is contrary to the U.S. Constitution and international law.
This class outlook is common in Europe, but is contrary to the American idea.
That would be contrary to the whole concept of an accusatorial criminal justice process, in our submission.
Adding keno, roulette, craps and poker was contrary to the state constitution and state criminal law.
The said proposal was wholly contrary to the agreement or common understanding pleaded above.

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