as in difference
a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal amounts
They discussed the problem of inequality between students. He accused the company of inequality in its hiring practices.
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Recent Examples of inequality
Hundreds of millionaires and billionaires released an open letter in time for the World Economic Forum, calling on leaders attending the conference to fight raging wealth inequality with taxes.
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Because innovation should not automate inequality.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026
We are still hit with this baseless argument today from MAGA supporters who question the rallies and demonstrations objecting to inequality of those who have been marginalized.
—Essence, 20 Jan. 2026
The advocacy group wants more national efforts to reduce inequality, higher taxes on the ultra-rich to reduce their power, and greater limits on their ability to shape policy through lobbying.
—Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Because innovation should not automate inequality.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026
We are still hit with this baseless argument today from MAGA supporters who question the rallies and demonstrations objecting to inequality of those who have been marginalized.
—Essence, 20 Jan. 2026
The advocacy group wants more national efforts to reduce inequality, higher taxes on the ultra-rich to reduce their power, and greater limits on their ability to shape policy through lobbying.
—Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inequality
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Wrought Studio Lawandra Modern Upholstered Swivel Storage Chair To the naked eye, this may seem like a typical upholstered chair, but there’s one sneaky detail that makes a world of difference.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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That’s for the college game, where the head coach is the star and the difference between the haves and have-nots is massive.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Although known for an unrepresentative workforce, tech companies embraced diversity initiatives, especially after the Black Lives Matter protests that followed the police killing of George Floyd in 2020.—
Joseph Menn The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
21 Jan. 2026
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Guidelines for Responsible Seed-Sharing Thoughtful seed sharing carries ethical and ecological responsibilities in preserving plant diversity and a healthy ecosystem.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Jan. 2026
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That’s just caused a little distance.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2026
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There’s nothing in the steppe to catch your eye; there is only distance.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Jan. 2026
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The research team, comprising Wharton professor Eric Bradlow and Accenture’s James Crowley, Ken Munie, and Selen Karaca-Griffin, found the labor market is operating in a state of structural imbalance.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
22 Jan. 2026
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Most importantly, ignoring either creates imbalance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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As to the non-final action, one problem for the A’s is that the marks fail to show enough distinctiveness.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Judean culture had been transformed by Greek influence for centuries, but Antiochus attempted to quash Judean religious distinctiveness altogether.—
Joshua Shanes,
The Conversation,
11 Dec. 2025
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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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Where Dealmaking Actually Moved The most important divergence between public perception and on-the-ground reality is where M&A is occurring.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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This creates exponential divergence.—
Mohamad Ali,
Fortune,
19 Jan. 2026
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But that disparity can lead to major birth defects.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 12,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Saikat Choudhury’s detailed graphite drawings honor connections between youth and elders, bridge cultural traditions, and acknowledge the disparity in belonging as well.—
Diana Argabrite,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Inequality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inequality. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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