1
as in diversity
the quality or state of being different
there's a great difference between claiming to care about the environment and living like you really do
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2
as in dispute
variance of opinion on a matter
we must try to settle our differences without fighting
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3
as in change
the act, process, or result of making different
it won't make any difference which one you choose
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as in to differentiate
to understand or point out the difference in
people who cannot difference God's will from their own selfish desires and prejudices
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Recent Examples of difference
Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2025
But the truth is, neurological differences really are a superpower.
—As Told To Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025
Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Jan. 2023
But that’s largely attributed to the singular genius of coach Bill Belichick, who is famous for his ability to adapt his game plan and players to difference situations each week.
—Carlos Monarrez, Detroit Free Press, 2 Mar. 2018
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Noun
There’s a 30-minute difference between the finishing times of the two sexes, which takes into account a number of physiological advantages men have over women.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2025
But the truth is, neurological differences really are a superpower.
—As Told To Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025
Verb
Special teams difference After a penalty-free first period, the Wings had a power play 6:58 into the second period.
—Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Jan. 2023
But that’s largely attributed to the singular genius of coach Bill Belichick, who is famous for his ability to adapt his game plan and players to difference situations each week.
—Carlos Monarrez, Detroit Free Press, 2 Mar. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for difference
Noun
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The Crown’s offensive diversity — featuring 10 different goal scorers this season — proved ineffective against New England’s tactical discipline.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2025
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Within the first 100 days of his second administration President Donald Trump has been incredibly busy, implementing major changes from enacting tariffs to targeting diversity initiatives.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Book dispute is one of three religious rights cases The case is one of three religious rights cases the Supreme Court is deciding in the coming weeks, and appears likely to be part of a recent trend of the court siding with religious rights advocates.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Besides brokering negotiations for private employers, the mediators handle worker grievances; train joint labor-management committees; appoint arbitrators if a dispute cannot be resolved; and assist with negotiation impasses in the federal sector.—
Los Angeles Times,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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Though the script went through various changes beyond what Calle first read, her love for Muriel and Sandra’s relationship is what kept her invested.—
Leigh Nordstrom,
Footwear News,
25 Apr. 2025
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All those changes to your cardiovascular system occur in response to the challenge running places on your body.—
Cindy Kuzma,
SELF,
25 Apr. 2025
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Personal attention and privacy are what differentiate Oberoi, as the property boasts their own private boat for excursions.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The first is the idea that Vesta may have begun the melting process that would have differentiated it into distinct layers—but never finished.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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In contrast, Trump, who Forbes estimates has a net worth hovering around $5 billion, has surrounded himself with other billionaires, appointing several of them to the wealthiest presidential cabinet in U.S. history.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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In contrast, caregivers are expected to attend medical appointments with the person with dementia.—
Rebecca T Brown,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Now, with the controversy behind him, Benn has the opportunity to finally face Eubank in the ring.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Despite the controversy, for the Hilton, that doesn't change the imperative to serve.—
Major Garrett,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2025
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The menu alterations were caught and court records show that none of the changes ever reached the printing stage.—
Adeel Hassan,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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In her hands, every alteration is an act of care—a continuation of Black sartorial tradition and a subtle resistance to being forgotten.—
Shelton Boyd-Griffith,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s letter noted that the one-year term of vehicle leases is often the result of state statutes or rules that distinguish a vehicle lease from a rental for sales tax purposes and set the minimum term for a lease at one year.—
Marie Sapirie,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Loveland’s ability to separate from defenders is what distinguished him.—
Adam Jahns,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Difference.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/difference. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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