1
as in diversity
the quality or state of being different
there's a great difference between claiming to care about the environment and living like you really do
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2
as in dispute
variance of opinion on a matter
we must try to settle our differences without fighting
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as in change
the act, process, or result of making different
it won't make any difference which one you choose
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as in to differentiate
to understand or point out the difference in
people who cannot difference God's will from their own selfish desires and prejudices
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Recent Examples of difference
Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2025
But the truth is, neurological differences really are a superpower.
—As Told To Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025
Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Jan. 2023
But that’s largely attributed to the singular genius of coach Bill Belichick, who is famous for his ability to adapt his game plan and players to difference situations each week.
—Carlos Monarrez, Detroit Free Press, 2 Mar. 2018
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Noun
There’s a 30-minute difference between the finishing times of the two sexes, which takes into account a number of physiological advantages men have over women.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2025
But the truth is, neurological differences really are a superpower.
—As Told To Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025
Verb
Special teams difference After a penalty-free first period, the Wings had a power play 6:58 into the second period.
—Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 6 Jan. 2023
But that’s largely attributed to the singular genius of coach Bill Belichick, who is famous for his ability to adapt his game plan and players to difference situations each week.
—Carlos Monarrez, Detroit Free Press, 2 Mar. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for difference
Noun
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Francis consistently reaffirmed the importance of diversity, dismissing the idea that nationality or geography should determine a person's standing within the Catholic Church.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
9 May 2025
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By this time, anti-woke sentiment had infected the mainstream and interest in showy egalitarianism and visible diversity was noticeably lower.—
Rachel Corbett,
Vulture,
8 May 2025
Noun
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Stephanie initially thinks that Emily killed him because of the custody dispute, but Charity later admits to killing him to help her sister.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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The impending downturn at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles comes not long after the twin facilities reported booming activity, tied to a labor dispute that shut down major ports on the East and Gulf coasts.—
Caroline Petrow-Cohen,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
Noun
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As part of the daytime changes, Ana Cabrera‘s 10 a.m.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Illinois places implementing local grocery taxes List subject to change.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2025
Verb
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Personal attention and privacy are what differentiate Oberoi, as the property boasts their own private boat for excursions.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The first is the idea that Vesta may have begun the melting process that would have differentiated it into distinct layers—but never finished.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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In contrast, Trump, who Forbes estimates has a net worth hovering around $5 billion, has surrounded himself with other billionaires, appointing several of them to the wealthiest presidential cabinet in U.S. history.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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In contrast, data removal services save time by handling the legwork for you.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
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The new portraits were unveiled roughly one year after a portrait of King Charles by artist Jonathan Yeo was revealed at Buckingham Palace, stirring some controversy and debate for its strong imagery.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
7 May 2025
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In December 2020 — shortly before Hilaria's heritage controversy emerged — Schumer posted some of Hilaria's family photos on her own Instagram page, later deleting them and apologizing to Hilaria, who spoke out about receiving negative comments.—
Benjamin VanHoose,
People.com,
7 May 2025
Noun
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The menu alterations were caught and court records show that none of the changes ever reached the printing stage.—
Adeel Hassan,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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In her hands, every alteration is an act of care—a continuation of Black sartorial tradition and a subtle resistance to being forgotten.—
Shelton Boyd-Griffith,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s letter noted that the one-year term of vehicle leases is often the result of state statutes or rules that distinguish a vehicle lease from a rental for sales tax purposes and set the minimum term for a lease at one year.—
Marie Sapirie,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Loveland’s ability to separate from defenders is what distinguished him.—
Adam Jahns,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Difference.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/difference. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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