1
as in disputes
variance of opinion on a matter
we must try to settle our differences without fighting
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2
as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different
it won't make any difference which one you choose
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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
Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 June 2026
There may be some differences between the audio and the text.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 16 June 2026
The 41-year-old country star listed the date of separation as May 9 and cited irreconcilable differences.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
At DePaul, the Bridgebuilding Fellowship, launched in 2025, aims to help students foster dialogue and connection across ideologies and differences.
—Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Through these gatherings, Charlotte continues to show its commitment to building a community where differences are embraced, individuality is celebrated and inclusion remains at the center of bringing people together.
—Amari Riley
june 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
The big differences sit in price, surrounding services and how the menu is sold.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
The thresholds may be similar to what some bronze plans offer, but there are differences.
—Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Rounding numbers can also show up as differences of about 1%.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026
Noun
By tracking subtle changes in starlight passing through WASP-121 b's atmosphere as the planet crossed in front of its star, researchers detected differences between atmospheric conditions at dawn and dusk, according to the study.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 June 2026
There may be some differences between the audio and the text.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 16 June 2026
The 41-year-old country star listed the date of separation as May 9 and cited irreconcilable differences.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
At DePaul, the Bridgebuilding Fellowship, launched in 2025, aims to help students foster dialogue and connection across ideologies and differences.
—Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Through these gatherings, Charlotte continues to show its commitment to building a community where differences are embraced, individuality is celebrated and inclusion remains at the center of bringing people together.
—Amari Riley
june 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
The big differences sit in price, surrounding services and how the menu is sold.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
The thresholds may be similar to what some bronze plans offer, but there are differences.
—Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Rounding numbers can also show up as differences of about 1%.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for differences
Noun
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Community association disputes over requests for reasonable accommodations for emotional support animals as provided under the federal Fair Housing Act have grown to become fairly common over the last 10 years.—
Shari Wald Garrett,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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For example, the Herbert Hoover library's website emphasizes that some New Deal policies were first proposed by Hoover, while the Richard Nixon library in California was the focus of disputes over how much attention should be given to the Watergate scandal.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Noun
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If those targets hold up in service, the aircraft could help airlines lower operating costs and reduce emissions without requiring major changes to airport infrastructure.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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The state also plans to spend $55 million to hire 450 new employees at the Department of Human Services, including to help update the state's systems to comply with federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid eligibility.—
Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Verb
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But his absolute obsession with Marilyn Monroe differentiates him from others.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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What differentiates them from one another?—
Lorinda Toledo,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Noun
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But many other controversies did.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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The unanimous vote stood in stark contrast to many of the county’s recent controversies, including the hiring and subsequent firing of Newton, whose short tenure became mired in questions surrounding an undisclosed past business relationship with then-Chair Chris Measmer.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
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However, more and more retailers are now releasing petite-friendly styles, and Quince has excelled at crafting high-quality wardrobe essentials that don’t require any alterations.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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But with more than a month in between mandatory minicamp and training camp, there could still be some alterations made to the group of 91 players.—
Mike Kaye
June 16,
Charlotte Observer,
16 June 2026
Verb
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What distinguishes Ryan is not simply his talent, but his unwavering dedication to meaningful, adventurous filmmaking.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
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Shortly after qualifying, Gilbert spoke with CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede and argued that his experience leading Miami Gardens and serving on the Miami-Dade County Commission distinguishes him from the rest of the field.—
Jim DeFede,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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For Ossoff, the battleground appears to extend beyond policy disagreements and partisan loyalties.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Tell me about those disagreements and whether the G7 was able to come to any resolution here.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Many of them are variations on the amount of silver in the leaves, or the pattern the silver coloration makes.—
Dr. Matthew Lisy,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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The second area focuses on custom development, where engineers will design new battery cell variations specifically to meet the unique safety standards, structural dimensions, and weight limitations required for commercial aerospace applications.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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“Differences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differences. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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