as in difference
the quality or state of being different
an enormous disparity in the lives of the rich and the poor in that country
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Recent Examples of disparity
Not a big disparity, but one that easily could’ve been a lot wider.
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Dan Rios, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
Colorado Medicaid began covering doula services in 2024 as part of efforts to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce disparities in birth outcomes.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
More grocers in underserved communities can increase competition and drive down prices, Stoller said, in turn helping lessen the inflation disparity.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
While in Milwaukee, Jackson spoke on segregation in the city, high incarceration rates of Black men and educational disparities — problems that persist a decade later.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 17 Feb. 2026
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Dan Rios, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
Colorado Medicaid began covering doula services in 2024 as part of efforts to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce disparities in birth outcomes.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
More grocers in underserved communities can increase competition and drive down prices, Stoller said, in turn helping lessen the inflation disparity.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
While in Milwaukee, Jackson spoke on segregation in the city, high incarceration rates of Black men and educational disparities — problems that persist a decade later.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 17 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disparity
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Milford’s depth was the difference as Brayden Boccia at 126 pounds delivered a decisive 10-0 pinfall victory continuing a family legacy on the mat.—
Brian Fabry,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Basyrova’s jump shots and senior wing Cara McKel’s backdoor layups were the difference makers on offense.—
Tony Gleason,
Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
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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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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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The diversity of influences continued throughout the record and the performances on Monday.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026
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According to Shapiro, probiotic foods—many of which also contain protein or fiber too—have the potential to improve digestion, reduce bloating, support immune health by strengthening gut barrier function, and promote microbial diversity.—
Michele Ross,
SELF,
24 Feb. 2026
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In contrast, Rogge worked with casting director Piergiorgio del Moro, looking for distinctive faces, as told to Nicole Phelps in a preview pre-show.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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The black gloves and Hough’s black earrings provided color palette contrast.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Different legal paths Although the four men were swept into the same investigation, their legal histories diverged — a distinction that will likely shape any effort to obtain restitution.—
Tony Plohetski,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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The present moment may be witnessing a form of wholesale foreclosure, where the reading of books, and the practice of deep reading, may signal one’s class distinction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Disparity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disparity. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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