as in difference
the quality or state of being different
the discrepancy of the calculations of my bill by the hotel and myself was a matter of concern
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Recent Examples of discrepancy
But after reviewing invoices and documents, the OCC determined there were discrepancies between the amounts requested and received by Mace for reimbursement and the total of the associated bills.
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Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 2 Mar. 2026
This discrepancy may be why Americans are so downbeat on the economy despite bright spots like stock market gains and relatively low unemployment, says Heather Long, chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2026
Two of AllHere’s major investors, along with the startup’s outside financial accountant, began questioning Smith-Griffin on the discrepancy.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Boston’s tendency to ignore federal civil detainer requests due to the Trust Act led to a squabble between ICE and Boston Police last year that centered around a discrepancy in how many detainer requests the respective sides reported for 2024.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
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Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 2 Mar. 2026
This discrepancy may be why Americans are so downbeat on the economy despite bright spots like stock market gains and relatively low unemployment, says Heather Long, chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2026
Two of AllHere’s major investors, along with the startup’s outside financial accountant, began questioning Smith-Griffin on the discrepancy.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Boston’s tendency to ignore federal civil detainer requests due to the Trust Act led to a squabble between ICE and Boston Police last year that centered around a discrepancy in how many detainer requests the respective sides reported for 2024.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discrepancy
Noun
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But ultimately, San Diego’s quality was the difference, as Anders Dreyer’s first-half goal gave the visitors a 1-0 win.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
8 Mar. 2026
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Coby White’s influence There’s a distinct difference with the Hornets’ second unit and that has a lot to do with Coby White’s arrival.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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?—
Christian Wiman,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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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.—
Ryan Gaur,
Rolling Stone,
19 Nov. 2025
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For Glomski, that distinctiveness is the point.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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In the immediate future, Murray said, the Post would concentrate on areas that demonstrate authority, distinctiveness and impact, and resonate with readers, including politics, national affairs and security.—
David Bauder,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Many trees also attract a diversity of wildlife to feast on fruits and seeds or sip pollen from blooms, all of which enhance a garden’s beauty.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2026
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On individual grades, OCU has an A- in academics, A in diversity and A- in campus.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Discrepancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discrepancy. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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