Definition of differentlynext
as in else
in a different way we do things differently around here

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Recent Examples of differently Those differences, however, do not necessarily mean women vote dramatically differently than men in the same party. — MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026 How porta potties work differently Portable toilets—also known as portaloos, portajohns, and a variety of other nicknames—use water, too. — Sarah Kuta, Popular Science, 8 Nov. 2026 What happens when three different kinds of particles interact, and each pair behaves differently? — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026 For investors who are long on healthcare, Holz said each subsector should be treated differently. — Julian Torres, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for differently
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  • During my stay, high tide aligned with early morning and sunset, allowing for serene quiet moments out on the cove with nobody else around.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • March 21 – April 19 Someone else’s disappointment could make a reasonable decision feel surprisingly difficult.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026

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“Differently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differently. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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