From all reports, the Egypt meeting was a civil and gracious affair, in welcome contrast to the tension and acrimony of their last gathering two years ago in Tanzania. (firstthings.com)
Lately he has been getting some favorable press — actually, for the first time in his career — because his hulking, workingman's gruffness stands out in welcome contrast to the young smoothies rising up on Tour like a phalanx of overeager bellhops. (si.com)
Mary was a welcome contrast, accepting him as he was, wanting to be with him, and lavishing gifts upon him (Mark 14:3 - 9). (religion-online.org)