1
as in dispute
variance of opinion on a matter
there was some disagreement about what color the missing sweater actually was
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2
as in quarrel
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
a loud disagreement started as soon as we tried to order pizza for everyone
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as in difference
the quality or state of being different
there is some disagreement between the accounts on the sequence of events
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Recent Examples of disagreement
Despite their disagreements, though, the two sides continue to collaborate.
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Caitlin Babcock,
Christian Science Monitor,
18 June 2026
Although the companies will continue their dispute in UK courts, the disagreement mirrors frustrations that VMware customers and partners around the world have expressed since Broadcom bought VMware.
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Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2026
The many terms used to describe the project indicate a degree of confusion and possible disagreement between the negotiating parties, says Inderjeet Parmar, a professor of international politics at City St George’s, University of London.
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Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Despite the disagreement, Rigler said the ruling gives Cascadia supporters renewed confidence as legal challenges continue.
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Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for disagreement
Caitlin Babcock,
Christian Science Monitor,
18 June 2026
Although the companies will continue their dispute in UK courts, the disagreement mirrors frustrations that VMware customers and partners around the world have expressed since Broadcom bought VMware.
—
Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2026
The many terms used to describe the project indicate a degree of confusion and possible disagreement between the negotiating parties, says Inderjeet Parmar, a professor of international politics at City St George’s, University of London.
—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
Despite the disagreement, Rigler said the ruling gives Cascadia supporters renewed confidence as legal challenges continue.
—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disagreement
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Brad Pitt may have scored a win in his yearslong winery dispute with ex Angelina Jolie, but the battle is far from over.
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Showdowns over international inspectors caused years of disputes between the US and Saddam Hussein’s Iraq and more recently Iran.
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The victim got into a quarrel inside Bob’s Classic Barber Shop on Albany Ave.
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Rounding out the top five names were seven write-in votes for the Sacramento Capitals or Capitols — which could be nicknamed the Caps to avoid quarrels over the spelling — and six votes for the Sacramento Stingers or Sting, referencing the collegiate Sacramento State Hornets.
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Premium ticket sales made up the difference, and 60% of Delta’s total revenue now comes from higher-margin lines like premium cabins, loyalty programs, and cargo.
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Stay Vigilant While bed bugs are notoriously tricky to eliminate, layered treatment strategies can make all the difference.
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Worth noting Relievers Sam Hentges and Ryan Walker made their first appearances back at Oracle Park since the Pride Night controversy became a national story.
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The controversy began during a segment on the French sports network L’Équipe when presenter France Pierron argued that participating in the World Cup was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that should take precedence over family obligations.
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Witnesses told the Nantucket Current that the stabbing followed a verbal and physical altercation between the driver of a Myles Reis garbage truck and the driver of a Sayles Seafood delivery truck that had parked in the area.
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Cartwright said statements from those involved explained that the victim and her mother were involved in a physical altercation.
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How can the sense of an absolute union of all matter be reconciled with the endless multiplicity and distinctness of it?
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However, a few hours with Air Riders reveals the nuance and depth of its gameplay, the distinctness of this flavor of racing game and its sensory, chaotic, and strategic appeal.
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More broadly, the technology also reignites debates over how to balance learning efficiency against the risk of cheating.
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The complexity at play in data center debates is often what has prompted moratoriums, with local governments looking for more time to properly take stock of concerns from neighbors and the facts at hand.
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Chicago police said that an argument between the victim and another male turned into a fight when the male pulled out a gun and shot the victim.
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The stars aligned, and we — the fans — were transported right into the middle of an argument over balls and strikes between the home plate umpire and A's manager Mark Kotsay.
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“Disagreement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disagreement. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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