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
BraxtonBRAKS-tənEnglish
Zaahir (2)-Arabic
Biljana-Serbian, Macedonian, Croatian
Lawrence['lɔrəns]
StanisŁAwastah-nee-SWAH-vahPolish
Cosma-Italian