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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
And fine amounts differ between possession and public use.
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Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 14 May 2026
For instance, access to closed captioning and online-public comments differs on a case-by-case basis, with funding playing an important role.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
The authors then searched for locations where the ancient sequences differed from the ones found in modern humans.
—ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
The reasons rates differ vary by country.
—Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 13 May 2026
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Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 14 May 2026
For instance, access to closed captioning and online-public comments differs on a case-by-case basis, with funding playing an important role.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
The authors then searched for locations where the ancient sequences differed from the ones found in modern humans.
—ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026
The reasons rates differ vary by country.
—Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for differ
Verb
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Use a relaxed belt to break up the monochromatic look, then contrast the sweetness of with some cool-girl sunglasses.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
14 May 2026
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All three models are featured in a new campaign directed by visual artist duo Blackwall which contrasts the LightSpray production process with Loewe’s approach to materiality and design, set against a backdrop of bold color and saturated hues.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Someone else could disagree, get offended or think less of you depending on how an exchange goes.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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Reasonable minds can disagree, though, and cynicism seems hasty.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
9 May 2026
Verb
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With six bedrooms, no real communal spaces, and a reception with varying opening hours, this is definitely more guesthouse than hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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There are over 40 colors to choose from, although the prices vary by color and design.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 May 2026
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“Differ.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differ. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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