as in changing
not staying constant
unequal pulsations of the heart that might be a sign of trouble
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Recent Examples of unequal
As women’s earning power grows, their tolerance for an unequal domestic arrangement is shrinking.
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Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Israeli rights groups and international organizations say the law violates international law and discriminates against Palestinians through unequal application across courts.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
The data revealed Black babies have a higher likelihood to die than others and that mothers of color also face the brunt of unequal access to care and predisposition to certain medical conditions.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
In a world where everything is supposed to be equal, the rev-share can now be unequal.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
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Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Israeli rights groups and international organizations say the law violates international law and discriminates against Palestinians through unequal application across courts.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
The data revealed Black babies have a higher likelihood to die than others and that mothers of color also face the brunt of unequal access to care and predisposition to certain medical conditions.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
In a world where everything is supposed to be equal, the rev-share can now be unequal.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unequal
Adjective
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In some studies, gloves not changed between tasks had higher bacterial counts and could transfer germs just as easily as ungloved hands, underscoring the need for frequent changing and proper hand hygiene.—
Evan Moore
December 19,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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As an over-the-counter retinoid, retinol helps accelerate skin cell turnover, which can visibly improve uneven texture, fine lines, and discoloration over time.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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But the improvements were short-lived as rates rose significantly in March, driven by a series of uneven economic reports and a spike in geopolitical tensions and overseas conflicts.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This is a recurring injury for Smith, who has missed five of the last nine games due to varying levels of discomfort in his calf.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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Even within a single day, temporary weight shifts are common and are often due to varying levels of fluid retention.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Unequal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unequal. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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