contrary to popular opinion



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contrary to popular opinion

Opposite to what is popularly or generally expected or believed. Usually used to introduce such a statement. Contrary to popular opinion, higher taxes end up benefiting people more than lower ones.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Pompeopom-PE-oItalian
GrÍMhildr-Norse Mythology, Ancient Scandinavian
Thankarat-Ancient Germanic
AntheaAN-thee-ə (English)Greek Mythology (Latinized)
ÅSaAW-sahSwedish
Sanjaya-Hinduism