1
as in disputes
variance of opinion on a matter
we must try to settle our differences without fighting
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2
as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different
it won't make any difference which one you choose
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as in differentiates
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 differences
Kevin Richert, Idaho Statesman, 10 Sep. 2025
Two neighbors are likely experiencing much wider differences in inflation than the differences when looking at categories like age or race.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
This approach highlights net price differences, enabling patients to save money instantly by choosing low-cost treatment options.
—Ge Bai, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
What are the noticeable differences in promoting three very different projects on three different platforms so close together?
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
With careful inspection, differences in head size, body size, eye color and scale counts can help distinguish the species, according to the study.
—Lauren Liebhaber
september 2, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
The team noted that while quantum computers show great promise for solving complex problems, integrating them into existing supercomputers remains challenging due to the differences in architecture and operation.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2025
One reported tiny increases in IQ, with the authors noting that even small differences could support critical tasks like learning and planning.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Reinforcing the geographic realities, important differences in histories characterize the Quad.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
There are two big differences between West Ada and Boise.
—Kevin Richert, Idaho Statesman, 10 Sep. 2025
Two neighbors are likely experiencing much wider differences in inflation than the differences when looking at categories like age or race.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
This approach highlights net price differences, enabling patients to save money instantly by choosing low-cost treatment options.
—Ge Bai, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
What are the noticeable differences in promoting three very different projects on three different platforms so close together?
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
With careful inspection, differences in head size, body size, eye color and scale counts can help distinguish the species, according to the study.
—Lauren Liebhaber
september 2, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
The team noted that while quantum computers show great promise for solving complex problems, integrating them into existing supercomputers remains challenging due to the differences in architecture and operation.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2025
One reported tiny increases in IQ, with the authors noting that even small differences could support critical tasks like learning and planning.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Reinforcing the geographic realities, important differences in histories characterize the Quad.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for differences
Noun
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International investment treaty disputes are arbitrated under a third-party institution that employs attorneys who specialize in international law and have no particular ties to either party.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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The California Governor’s Office disputes Kominski’s characterization of contractor donations as a vector for political influence.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Their five-course tasting menu changes daily, but their creativity and warmth are always consistent.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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According to one survey, about half of those age 61 and older are fearful of what changes in tariffs will do to their retirement savings or retirement income.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Built with specific abilities for advanced underwater exploration, Deep Emerald features a 600-meter fiber optic tether that differentiates it from other ROVs and allows the device to reach Lake Tahoe’s deepest points.—
Amelia Wu,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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However, the base stands apart, with a giant canister in the middle of its body that clearly differentiates it from its rectangular predecessors.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Kraft later said he was disappointed in how the docuseries focused on controversies instead of the team’s success.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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Canceled also highlights other controversies in Deen's career, including her public spats with Bourdain, the world-traveling chef and CNN travel documentarian who later died by suicide in 2018.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Sep. 2025
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Strikingly, this rapid shift coincided with major alterations in genes linked to autism—likely shaped by natural selection factors unique to the human species.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Her dress, originally custom-made for her mother-in-law 22 years ago, fit perfectly without alterations.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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El Secreto de Rosita distinguishes itself from nearby competitors by housing Nabiha, a separate restaurant dedicated to serving Palestinian cuisine.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Sep. 2025
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The comma also distinguishes how an ingredient is measured.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Payne was then asked about a rumor floating around social media that one of his jurors had threatened to quit due to disagreements over the festival’s top prizes.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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Also in 2024, at the DNA testing startup 23andMe, all seven independent directors resigned simultaneously, citing major disagreements with CEO Anne Wojcicki and her plans to take the company private.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With a background in psychology, intercultural studies, and past work for a professional study abroad agency, Stephens is an endless resource for understanding the cultural variations that come with immigrating to new places globally.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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Lots of variations are being tossed around about whether the originating maker of AGI would be allowed to keep AGI and run it on behalf of the world or be set to the side as a result of the governmental taking of AGI.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Differences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differences. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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