1
as in to split
to set or force apart
Volunteers divided the donated groceries into several dozen piles.
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2
as in to separate
to go or move in different directions from a central point
The group divided based on those who wanted to go swimming and those who didn't.
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as in to polarize
to cause (people) to break up into opposing groups
Opinions about the war divided people who are otherwise likeminded.
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as in rise
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Recent Examples of divide
Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
The House Appropriations Committee has passed nine appropriations bills with the party divide on full display; Democratic committee members opposed these measures, labeling these bills as attempts to advance the GOP's policy goals and spending cuts.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Aug. 2025
Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Aug. 2025
If there are no Traitors left, the money is divided among the Faithful.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2025
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Verb
By doing so, organizations can foster a sense of belonging and bridge the divides in recognition, culture and communication.
—Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
The House Appropriations Committee has passed nine appropriations bills with the party divide on full display; Democratic committee members opposed these measures, labeling these bills as attempts to advance the GOP's policy goals and spending cuts.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
Although there is some room for debate, the events are generally divided into two primary types.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Aug. 2025
If there are no Traitors left, the money is divided among the Faithful.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for divide
Verb
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There are no plans to split off linear television since CBS is doing well and Par’s cable assets are a smaller percentage of its overall business now than at Comcast or WBD.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
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Hudson was split between two buildings this year to accommodate quick enrollment growth, with sixth grade students attending class in one location, while seventh and eighth grade students attend another.—
Krista Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
7 Aug. 2025
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The Jose Peralta School of Dreamers in Queens, and her mom were separated from her 19-year-old brother during an immigration check-in on Tuesday at 26 Federal Plaza, according to the family and their advocates.—
Cayla Bamberger,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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Here's where smart agencies are separating themselves from the pack, with practical AI integration that empowers agents rather than sidelines them.—
Joel Frenette,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The notice comes in the midst of a broader legal dispute between Wilson and The Deb's producers.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Peter was working on Chime’s internal tools for managing customer support and disputes.—
Jeff Kauflin,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Perhaps the most surprising development in that department can be found in the rise of undrafted rookie Efton Chism.—
Michael Hurley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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The debate was ignited once again in July when Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge torture sites were added to the list, 50 years on from the Communist government’s rise to power.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Aug. 2025
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Give yourself permission to disconnect from the noise.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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But the highlight of the night's look was her surprising hair choice: the platinum locks, parted and worn down.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
16 Aug. 2025
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Of course, there was still the series' finale to look forward to and consider — at least that might leave audiences with a blissful, parting image of Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These magma-spewing mounds are responsible for 80 percent of the country’s seismic activity, including glowing fissures that splinter the landscape for up to 2 miles.—
Robin Catalano,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
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The measures eventually passed after internal Democratic fissures led to enough representatives returning to form a quorum.—
Rachael Dziaba,
ABC News,
6 Aug. 2025
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The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington projects a peak even sooner, in the 2060s.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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Once a household-name company, Bed Bath & Beyond operated over 1,000 stores at its peak, and has now returned under the name Bed Bath & Beyond Home.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Divide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divide. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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