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
The city’s commitment to digital equity Sacramento’s Digital Equity Response Program began during the COVID-19 pandemic to address disparities in internet and technology access.
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Jack Rodriquez-Vars, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2025
This disparity underscores a system where healthcare innovation has not translated into affordability or access for the average American.
—Alexander Frei, Boston Herald, 23 June 2025
That disparity in negotiating power leads to the wider spread in shipping rates at different ends of the freight market.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 23 June 2025
This disparity would get even more pronounced if the credit grows, Curran says, with that two-adult, two-child family now needing to earn $48,000 to claim the full credit.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 20 June 2025
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Jack Rodriquez-Vars, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2025
This disparity underscores a system where healthcare innovation has not translated into affordability or access for the average American.
—Alexander Frei, Boston Herald, 23 June 2025
That disparity in negotiating power leads to the wider spread in shipping rates at different ends of the freight market.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 23 June 2025
This disparity would get even more pronounced if the credit grows, Curran says, with that two-adult, two-child family now needing to earn $48,000 to claim the full credit.
—Cory Turner, NPR, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disparity
Noun
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Explore the differences between blanco, reposado, and añejo, learn about the traditional distillation process, and discover what makes a truly exceptional pour.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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Whether your July itinerary entails manning the grill during a backyard barbecue, walking the coast of your local beach, or wandering cobblestone streets abroad, the right pair of comfortable shoes can make a world of difference.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
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On average, the companies saw their stocks rise 3.8% in the 30 days after dropping diversity hiring targets, compared to the S&P 500’s average monthly return of 1.24%, according to Fishback.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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Just an easy ferry ride from the city of Vancouver, the island offers a diversity of settings for travelers, from the charming provincial capital, Victoria, to the wilds of the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, and picturesque small towns like Tofino and Comox.—
Hannah Walhout,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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Four 2026 World Cup venues with roofs In terms of avoiding the heat, Infantino said that in contrast to the Club World Cup, the 2026 World Cup will have four stadiums with roofs - Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium), Dallas (AT&T Stadium), Houston (NRG Stadium) and Vancouver (BC Place).—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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During this year’s legislative sessions, House Republicans noted the contrast between teacher pay and student achievement.—
Carleen Johnson,
The Washington Examiner,
12 July 2025
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Disinformation — the purposeful bending of, or negating, the truth — is used to destroy reputations, shatter trust, change political regimes, win at all costs, and muddy our distinctions between what is real and true, and what is blatantly false and biased.—
Davia Temin,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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At least one member appeared to struggle to understand the distinction between a vaccine’s efficacy and its effectiveness.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Twin Cities,
3 July 2025
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“Disparity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disparity. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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