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as in separates
to go or move in different directions from a central point
at that point the road and the railroad tracks diverge
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Recent Examples of diverges
Kottikollon’s approach diverges sharply from Silicon Valley’s model, often defined by prescription-heavy biohacking and evangelized by the likes of Bryan Johnson.
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Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
However the new break-up plan diverges from an earlier promise where Ramaphosa said Eskom would be split into three standalone units, sparking uncertainty among some investors, noted South African newspaper Business Day.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Statues and nameplates reveal better than anything else how much his idea of power diverges from the traditional institution of the American presidency.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
Brendan Brady, Tierney’s producing partner through their Accent Aigu Entertainment banner, notes that the Canadian TV model diverges from the American one, in that the producer retains ownership of the IP while collecting a licensing fee from the broadcaster.
—Max Gao, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
International practice diverges sharply from American dogma.
—Howard Wolinsky, STAT, 21 Jan. 2026
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Iran’s public rhetoric diverges from the private messaging the administration has received from Tehran in recent days.
—Julia Nikhinson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Yet its style diverges significantly from the icy, minimalist chic that has shaped engagement-ring tastes in recent years.
—Emilia Petrarca, New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2026
The gameplay diverges from the high-flying acrobatics of its predecessors and instead focuses on a ground game that’s reminiscent of a tank.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
However the new break-up plan diverges from an earlier promise where Ramaphosa said Eskom would be split into three standalone units, sparking uncertainty among some investors, noted South African newspaper Business Day.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Statues and nameplates reveal better than anything else how much his idea of power diverges from the traditional institution of the American presidency.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 8 Feb. 2026
Brendan Brady, Tierney’s producing partner through their Accent Aigu Entertainment banner, notes that the Canadian TV model diverges from the American one, in that the producer retains ownership of the IP while collecting a licensing fee from the broadcaster.
—Max Gao, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
International practice diverges sharply from American dogma.
—Howard Wolinsky, STAT, 21 Jan. 2026
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Iran’s public rhetoric diverges from the private messaging the administration has received from Tehran in recent days.
—Julia Nikhinson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Yet its style diverges significantly from the icy, minimalist chic that has shaped engagement-ring tastes in recent years.
—Emilia Petrarca, New Yorker, 2 Jan. 2026
The gameplay diverges from the high-flying acrobatics of its predecessors and instead focuses on a ground game that’s reminiscent of a tank.
—Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverges
Verb
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The duo particularly split over the showrunner’s plan for season three which deviates from Martin’s source material in ways that Condal has suggested were pragmatic and necessary.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Feb. 2026
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This nail look deviates from the classic saccharine pinks associated with Valentine's Day and uses a cool-toned berry shade.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In fact, very little separates them.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
22 Feb. 2026
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Mayonnaise that separates or develops watery pools is breaking down due to bacterial enzymes.—
Lynn Andriani,
Martha Stewart,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Rai, who turns 31 on March 3, has eight wins since turning pro in 2012, including the Wyndham Championship in 2024.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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In recent years, the club has struggled out the gates before warming up as the weather turns.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Later, Hamilton parts the sea on his kick scooter, speedily escaping from the hectic press area.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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School meal bill divides Republicans Shane’s bill passed the Senate on Wednesday by a vote of 22-18, with nine Republicans joining all nine Democrats in opposition.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
15 Feb. 2026
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The hardiness zone map divides the United States into 13 areas, and plants are assigned zone numbers based on their tolerance to cold temperatures.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Diverges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diverges. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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