differences 1 of 2

plural of difference

differences

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of difference
as in differentiates
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 differences
Noun
This guide draws on some of the key differences outlined by the New York Film Academy and industry sources to walk through each category. Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 13 July 2026 The results revealed the complexities of having debt while also spotlighting differences between generational cohorts. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 July 2026 Success increasingly depends on a leader’s ability to navigate cultural differences, foster inclusion, and build trust among people whose assumptions, communication styles, and expectations may vary dramatically. Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 But since the first waves of Cuban migration, deep ideological differences have existed in the Miami Cuban community. Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026 But listen beneath the surface of all that mind-blowing busywork and some differences do become apparent — more so in his attitude than the arrangements. Chris Willman, Variety, 11 July 2026 Pricing and plan differences Generally speaking, Orkin is more expensive than Aptive, but based on services offered and company experience, Orkin still seems like a better value. Dan Simms, USA Today, 11 July 2026 But beneath their differences lies a common grammar of tension, development, transformation, and release. Literary Hub, 10 July 2026 But that’s not the same as asserting that the physical differences between males and females invariably mean that men will invariably prevail over women in all competitions or that their participation will endanger women. Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for differences
Noun
  • Herzog won a power struggle in the front office, then quit anyway, amid disputes with ownership.
    Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • According to Castillo, one of the most significant failures has been the tendency to treat many squatter complaints as civil disputes rather than criminal investigations.
    Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • Athletes should slowly build conditioning when faced with changes in climate such as heat and humidity.
    Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • Under an existing state appropriations restraint, also known as the Gann Limit, lawmakers cannot spend more than an amount determined by a formula that takes annual tax proceeds, changes to the population and cost of living into consideration.
    Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Verb
  • This is one area where Estecapelli Miami differentiates itself in the local market.
    Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
  • Multiple margaritas make the menu, and Sharp differentiates them with fresh watermelon juice in one and hibiscus in another.
    Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
Noun
  • These controversies highlighted broader concerns regarding consistency, predictability, and transparency in the drug review process.
    Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 14 July 2026
  • The works are scheduled to go on display in Europe, and the trove’s impending departure has ignited one of Mexico’s most heated cultural controversies in recent memory.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
Noun
  • But when renovating an 18th-century apartment on a side street in the Marais, architect Clément Lesnoff-Rocard boldly undid a number of alterations to the home over the years.
    Felix Wagner, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2026
  • This challenge transcends typical software localization, demanding fundamental alterations to AI's core reasoning and output.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Verb
  • Instead, 81% of those surveyed say the driving experience itself—including comfort, performance, and intuitive technology—is what really distinguishes a vehicle; only 19% point to the badge on the hood.
    Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Of course, in the new museum facility, our program will evolve, building on what distinguishes our offerings.
    Leslie Anderson, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 July 2026
Noun
  • Skills such as understanding another person's perspective, resolving disagreements, responding constructively to feedback and recovering from failure can all be taught.
    Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Rather, the point would be to convert disagreements regarding biodiversity into guidance for ongoing experimentation.
    Taylor Dotson, Scientific American, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • Eric Mittenthal, president of the association, said the hot dog variations usually originated from ballparks, like Kauffman Stadium.
    Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
  • His measurement does not rule it out, but severely narrows its scope, eliminating a large range of its potential variations.
    Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026

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