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diapason

noun

ˌdī-ə-ˈpā-zᵊn How to pronounce diapason (audio)
Definition of diapasonnext
as in spectrum
the distance or extent between possible extremes the survey ultimately recorded the full diapason of seemingly possible replies regarding sexual practices

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  1. spectrum
  2. range
Noun
  • In Ohio, the Epstein issue continues to anger — and divide — voters across the political spectrum.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026
  • At the other end of the spectrum is the person almost solely responsible for the remarkable growth in satellites over the last decade, SpaceX founder Elon Musk.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of spectrum
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  • The equipment changes add to a range of efforts Peloton is making to boost its business.
    — Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Soon Ponant will also deploy the RESQ Robot, a device inspired by sea turtles that’s engineered for close-range, low-impact recording of marine fauna.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of range
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