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as in to disagree
to have a different opinion
after much arguing, we simply have agreed to differ about the issue
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Recent Examples of differ
Frey, a progressive Democrat, and Fateh, a socialist who has been compared to New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, not only differ in their political ideologies but also in their approaches to housing and other issues.
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2025
Notably, Mamdani stressed during his campaign that his platform differs from that of the DSA, and has taken a more moderate stance on issues like eliminating misdemeanor offenses and defunding the police.
—NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
The final product is subject to the licensor's approval and may differ in color, design, or details from the image shown.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Even among the 20% of people who identify food as a trigger, the specific foods that cause symptoms differ greatly.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2025
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David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2025
Notably, Mamdani stressed during his campaign that his platform differs from that of the DSA, and has taken a more moderate stance on issues like eliminating misdemeanor offenses and defunding the police.
—NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
The final product is subject to the licensor's approval and may differ in color, design, or details from the image shown.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Even among the 20% of people who identify food as a trigger, the specific foods that cause symptoms differ greatly.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for differ
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Retailing for $1,100, the shoes are defined by dainty semi-sheer tulle straps across the toes and on both sides of the foot, which contrast against the edgy leather trim and towering 110mm skinny heel.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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That contrasts with how such events used to attract more software developers, said Wang, who previously worked at UBS.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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The source also claimed that Shelton and Stefani disagree over his hobby of hunting.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
8 Nov. 2025
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Trump has argued repeatedly that tariffs are helping the economy, but many voters disagree.—
Zach Halaschak,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Nov. 2025
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Individual customers' bills will vary according to their usage rates.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Nov. 2025
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Plus, the amount of each item varies.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Differ.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differ. Accessed 6 Dec. 2025.
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