as in divider
something that divides, separates, or marks off the toddler insisted on a dinner plate with separators so that different foods would never touch one another

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Recent Examples of separator UConn’s 5-for-10 start from 3-point range was a major separator as USC went 0-for-5 in the first half, and Bueckers and Strong outscored the Trojans by themselves 28-25. Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025 Over the last six weeks, Berry has preached fighting for every inch as the Cubs look to use their baserunning to be a separator against opponents. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025 But what really stands out among the group — the separator for a championship-contending team — is the depth. Kansas City Star, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025 So often throughout that dynasty, Kelce and his historic production — from the tight end position, no less — have been a separator for the Chiefs. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for separator
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Noun
  • Fine, gauzy textiles are used directly within many of the pieces, as well as in the form of a subtle room divider — the closest thing to an internal wall in the main space.
    Megan Williams, CNN Money, 1 May 2025
  • Undeniably glamorous, this 8-foot-long folding room divider is one-of-a-kind.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The ball ended up clearing the fence at Sutter Health Park as Yankee center fielder Trent Grisham ran out of room and his back hit the wall.
    Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2025
  • His wood back fence was gone, but his dog and house were fine.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 10 May 2025
Noun
  • The innumerable lives lived within their walls and the storms weathered from without leave lasting marks.
    Tara Anne Dalbow, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
  • Wall Sits Here is how to do a wall sit:13 Stand with your back flat against a wall and your feet shoulder-width apart.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 8 May 2025

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“Separator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separator. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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