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as in divergency
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a growing divergence of opinion about that U.S. president's place in history
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as in deviation
a turning away from a course or standard
any divergence from the community's strict moral code was met with social ostracism
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Recent Examples of divergence
The divergence comes down to math.
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Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 10 June 2026
Amid these transatlantic divergences, Belarus has been increasingly tied to Russia’s war-making capacity.
—Tatsiana Kulakevich, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
Few artists share her command of the spatial dimensions of narrative required to guide an addressee between points of divergence and contention.
—Erika Landström, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Bia observed Italy’s divergence from France since the two countries met in the 2006 World Cup final.
—Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 30 May 2026
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Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 10 June 2026
Amid these transatlantic divergences, Belarus has been increasingly tied to Russia’s war-making capacity.
—Tatsiana Kulakevich, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
Few artists share her command of the spatial dimensions of narrative required to guide an addressee between points of divergence and contention.
—Erika Landström, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Bia observed Italy’s divergence from France since the two countries met in the 2006 World Cup final.
—Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for divergence
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Premium ticket sales made up the difference, and 60% of Delta’s total revenue now comes from higher-margin lines like premium cabins, loyalty programs, and cargo.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
20 June 2026
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Stay Vigilant While bed bugs are notoriously tricky to eliminate, layered treatment strategies can make all the difference.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
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When the complex was being constructed, there were deviations from the building’s original design, contributing to structural weaknesses, the report said.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2026
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In 2023 a collaboration of radio astronomers reported tiny deviations in the timing of these flashes from dozens of pulsars in the Milky Way.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
18 June 2026
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The directing duo hoped to examine the good intentions Banks and producers had, of turning the fashion industry on its head, empowering women and championing diversity, and the way those intentions evolved as the show moved through cycles.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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The annual event brings together thousands to celebrate diversity, visibility, equality and the strength of the LGBTQ+ community in the Queen City.—
Amari Riley
June 16,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
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The trade comes after years of uncertainty surrounding Milwaukee's direction following the departure of championship-winning head coach Mike Budenholzer in 2023 and caps a steady decline that culminated in the Bucks missing the 2026 playoffs.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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The pound eased against major currencies as speculation mounted that Starmer was going to set out a timetable for his departure.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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“Divergence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divergence. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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