DIVISIONAL Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

divisional

adjective

Definition of divisional

as in local

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Recent Examples of divisional None have gotten beyond the divisional round of the playoffs. — Jon MacHota, New York Times, 27 July 2026 Campbell built a bond with Dawkins despite the two players’ AFC East divisional rivalry. — Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 26 July 2026 By winning the first two games of the four-game series, the Rangers (53-51) lead the AL West by two games over second-place Houston (52-54) for their largest divisional lead this season. — ABC News, 25 July 2026 Ultimately, the article predicts Dallas will finally break Philadelphia's divisional dominance, but anticipates another playoff disappointment for the Cowboys. — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 Under the new co-divisional model, boys and girls would attend the same school but take separate core classes during their freshman, sophomore and junior years while sharing common areas, with some classes becoming combined during senior year. — Chaewon Chung july 22, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026 After two more games against the Twins, the Royals will welcome another divisional rival, the Chicago White Sox, for a three-game series. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026 Every team will now face every divisional opponent four times — twice at home, twice on the road — after facing some teams just three times per year since the 2021-22 season. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026 Corizon underwent a divisional merger in May 2022 in the face of numerous liabilities amounting to more than $185 million. — Darin Oswald, Idaho Statesman, 13 July 2026

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As tensions rise with the Sacramento County Office of Education, Sacramento City Unified is pressing ahead with a new fiscal sustainability plan aimed at avoiding insolvency and preserving local control.

— Chaewon Chung July 30, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
July brought a wave of restaurant news to the Fort Worth area, from the reopening of a beloved 80-year-old Denton County landmark to the closure of eight local eateries.

— Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026

Definition of local

Adjective

However, the ruling has tremendous implications for regional politics--and for any future war between the United States and China.

— Jill Goldenziel, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
The area has also grown to be a regional economic engine with the nearby Alliance development generating billions of dollars in impact.

— Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

Definition of regional

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Available in performance fabric and three leg finishes, this sectional couch is ideal for a tiny living space and a major upgrade from a smaller loveseat thanks to the chaise addition.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 16 July 2026
Shop 10 new finds that’ll give your space a facelift without the heavy lifting, including a patio-ready fire pit table, luxe sectional sofa, and cooling Laura Ashley sheets.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 July 2026

Definition of sectional

Adjective

In a renowned 2006 review published in Educational Research Review, researchers traced how working memory evolved from a simple storage system into a more dynamic, multi-component process.

— Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Much of Lofton’s research looks at developing a multi-level, multi-component food system intervention to address food insecurity inequities amongst Black American residents living in predominantly Black communities.

— Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026

Definition of component

Adjective

As trains traveling at high speeds displace enormous amounts of air, these tunnels require giant cross-sectional diameters to prevent uncomfortable passenger ear-popping and dangerous air-pressure shockwaves.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
The 4-pin XLR / 3m cable has larger cross-sectional conductors to maintain low resistance over its extended length, with high-strength PFA insulation for durability and electrical performance.

— Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

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