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Contra

Noun

1. a person or group that opposes or goes against a particular opinion or principle.

Example sentence: Despite being the only contra at the meeting, John confidently voiced his dissenting view.

Adjective

1. contrary; opposing.

Example sentence: The contra opinions of the two politicians led to a heated debate.

Noun (Music)

1. a brass musical instrument that resembles a trumpet but has a more compact shape and a milder tone.

Example sentence: The jazz band's performance was enhanced by the soulful sound of the contra.

Preposition

1. against; contrary to.

Example sentence: He made a stand contra the unfair policies.

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