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as in divergence
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a thoughtful book about the nation's bifurcation into two distinct and antagonistic cultures
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as in split
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
a divisive issue that caused the bifurcation of the political party
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Recent Examples of bifurcation
This bifurcation makes Ballerina a wildly uneven viewing experience, but that second hour is so thrilling that the first doesn’t really matter.
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Alison Willmore, Vulture, 4 June 2025
This bifurcation mirrors broader economic trends, but its impact on Hollywood’s creative ecosystem could be devastating.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Partial bifurcation of the system has already occurred, and there will be further bifurcation, particularly in those areas of technology that have major security implications, such as semiconductors.
—Bilahari Kausikan, Foreign Affairs, 11 Apr. 2023
The dynamics derive from principles of symmetry, consensus, and bifurcation in networked systems, exploiting instability as a means to flexibly transition from one stable solution to another.
—Evan Ackerman, IEEE Spectrum, 9 Mar. 2018
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Alison Willmore, Vulture, 4 June 2025
This bifurcation mirrors broader economic trends, but its impact on Hollywood’s creative ecosystem could be devastating.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
Partial bifurcation of the system has already occurred, and there will be further bifurcation, particularly in those areas of technology that have major security implications, such as semiconductors.
—Bilahari Kausikan, Foreign Affairs, 11 Apr. 2023
The dynamics derive from principles of symmetry, consensus, and bifurcation in networked systems, exploiting instability as a means to flexibly transition from one stable solution to another.
—Evan Ackerman, IEEE Spectrum, 9 Mar. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bifurcation
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This divergence underpins the tug-of-war between technical and fundamental forces, with the S&P 500 stuck in a tight range after posting its longest streak of tranquility in two years in July.—
Jessica Menton,
Fortune,
10 Aug. 2025
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However, while the comics on which The Sandman is based had the luxury of divergence, the TV series had to keep Tom Sturridge’s Dream at its center.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
1 Aug. 2025
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After decades of success and a GRAMMY win, Hinds left the group this year, at first announcing the split in a cordial joint statement, but later claiming he was kicked out and blasting his former bandmates.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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The two, who dated for approximately nine years and share one daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom, split in June 2025 after reports there were multiple breakups and things weren’t doing that well before their final split.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
21 Aug. 2025
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Others have found a higher risk of relationship dissolution when the woman outearns her husband, and men in this situation have an 11% greater chance of being diagnosed with a mental health problem.—
Kim Elsesser,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Papal States maintained armies until their dissolution in 1870.—
Bruce Fein,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Aug. 2025
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The state division is asking people to report dead or sick deer as soon as possible so that deer can be tested for the disease.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
The Enquirer,
19 Aug. 2025
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Washington on the other hand was the surprise team of the league, and will once again be in the running for a division title, hoping to edge out the Eagles this time around.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Aug. 2025
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Hunter racked up some wild stats across all 13 games in 2024: 96 receptions (121 targets), 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns on offense, along with 36 tackles, 11 pass breakups, four interceptions on defense.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
12 Aug. 2025
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Soon: Report More news: WWE Superstar Announces Retirement Match A New Beginning After the breakup of Toxic Attraction, Dolin's career on the brand stalled before her eventual release.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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Perhaps the most theatrical display is Woman on a Chariot, set within a circular architectural partition that restricts sightlines and invites discovery.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The setup is similar, with bins of food stored at a counter behind a glass partition.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
22 July 2025
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Each bra offers seamless lift and separation, that supports like an underwire bra, yet feels weightless on your body.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Still, pediatricians persist – some after witnessing the consequences of family separation firsthand.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Epstein controversy has created a schism between President Donald Trump and his MAGA base.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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There remains a wide schism between customer data availability and leveraging customer information to deliver meaningful financial guidance.—
Jody Bhagat,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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“Bifurcation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bifurcation. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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