1
as in divides
to set or force apart
we tried to separate the gluey pages, but they were stuck tight
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2
as in parts
to go or move in different directions from a central point
the searchers separated in order to cover more ground
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as in classifies
to arrange or assign according to type
separate the students by reading ability
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as in isolates
to set or keep apart from others
separated the injured calf from the herd
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as in differentiates
to understand or point out the difference in
trying to separate science from religion on one specific point
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Recent Examples of separates
The most common way to enrich uranium is by spinning uranium gas in a centrifuge, where lighter U-235 separates from the heavier U-238.
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Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
This is the moment that separates a financial exit from an actual exit.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
But the Qatari plane separates itself most visibly with its lavish inside amenities — including creamy tan and leather furnishings, rugs, and artwork designed by the famed French interior design firm Cabinet Alberto Pinto.
—Joey Garrison, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Staud’s sale is full of summery dresses and separates, but this ditsy floral skirt is a favorite styled with a white button down and a bikini underneath.
—Aemilia Madden, Vogue, 18 June 2026
This more traditional twist-in design mimics that kind of packability, with a collapsible base that separates into smaller pieces.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
Keepy-uppies with those on you really separates the men from the boys.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
The two teams meet Friday, and the betting spread separates them by only a few points — with OU as the close favorite.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
What separates the most successful retailers from those that go bankrupt?
—Peter Cohan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
This is the moment that separates a financial exit from an actual exit.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
But the Qatari plane separates itself most visibly with its lavish inside amenities — including creamy tan and leather furnishings, rugs, and artwork designed by the famed French interior design firm Cabinet Alberto Pinto.
—Joey Garrison, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Staud’s sale is full of summery dresses and separates, but this ditsy floral skirt is a favorite styled with a white button down and a bikini underneath.
—Aemilia Madden, Vogue, 18 June 2026
This more traditional twist-in design mimics that kind of packability, with a collapsible base that separates into smaller pieces.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
Keepy-uppies with those on you really separates the men from the boys.
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
The two teams meet Friday, and the betting spread separates them by only a few points — with OU as the close favorite.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
What separates the most successful retailers from those that go bankrupt?
—Peter Cohan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for separates
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One business has become two, but the original shareholder base rarely divides neatly with it.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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The enclave has seen near-daily strikes, as well as shelling and gunfire along the boundary that divides Gaza into Israeli and Palestinian-controlled zones.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Trever parts his hair to the right while his brother styles his combover to the left.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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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
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The software analyzes incoming sensor data and automatically classifies potential threats.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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The gray-market vendors selling vials for $300 to $600 each, as reported by the Associated Press, operate outside that process regardless of how the FDA classifies the underlying substance.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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At low voltages, the system isolates neodymium — a critical ingredient for the ultra-strong permanent magnets used in clean energy.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
11 June 2026
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Wembanyama isolates Brunson in the post and gets one, two, three chances at the rim for an indefensible bucket?—
Kyle Wagner,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
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Also, Johanna receives a pretty cool glow-up in the finale, with dramatic make-up and a costume that differentiates this monumental match from her earlier, less prestigious performances.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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Correspondent Adam Yamaguchi looks at what differentiates the Japanese diet.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The dam breaks, and Regina splits into laughter at Jobim’s deadpan devolution into nonsense.—
Lily Goldberg,
Pitchfork,
13 June 2026
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Today, Cobbs, 36, splits her time between southeastern San Diego and Atlanta, and took some time to talk about her work, and being able to help other people feel a little less lonely.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2026
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Zaniewska and Martinez’s approach to getting the best out of a common trait in their players also diverges.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
4 June 2026
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RedNotes users This is where WorkBuddy diverges sharply from many Western counterparts.—
Vivian Toh,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Shortly after qualifying, Gilbert spoke with CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede and argued that his experience leading Miami Gardens and serving on the Miami-Dade County Commission distinguishes him from the rest of the field.—
Jim DeFede,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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The article distinguishes between burnout, stemming from unsustainable demands, and deeper disconnection, a desire for a new career direction.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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“Separates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separates. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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