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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Noun
  • Even a single round of golf can elicit the entire spectrum of emotions, from elation to agony and everything in between.
    Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026
  • Much of Europe's manufacturing infrastructure had been depleted by years of warfare, and American factories across a wide spectrum of industries were operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
    Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Noun
  • From the beach’s crystal clear waters to its lush mountains, the Dominican Republic features a range of options that go beyond the sun and sand.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
  • Well, tonight, Harper is 3-for-3 from 3-point range in the first half and has scored 15 points.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 11 June 2026
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“Diapason.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diapason. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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