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Compare means to find things that are similar
Contrast means to find things that are different
Likewise is a transition word to show comparison
On the other hand is a transition word to show contrast
Contrast characters Brett is brave, but Susan is frightened.
Compare characters Julie is generous and Jon donates to charity.
Compare genres The novel and the short story are both fiction.
Contrast genres The novel is a mystery; however, the short story is fantasy.
Contrast settings The tornado happened in the past; on the other hand, the hurricane happens in the present.
Compare settings The party and the graduation were both held in the auditorium.
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Contrast Clueword However
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