1
as in disputes
variance of opinion on a matter
we must try to settle our differences without fighting
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2
as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different
it won't make any difference which one you choose
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as in differentiates
to understand or point out the difference in
people who cannot difference God's will from their own selfish desires and prejudices
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Recent Examples of differences
ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
These devices also do not have precise depth targeting as in-office devices to really stimulate collagen for noticeable differences in your skin.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026
Despite their differences, Kona, Colin and Bernard stick together on a wild journey that changes them forever.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
However, Piedmont says direct comparisons do not fully account for differences in infrastructure, geography and customer mix.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Demand is expected to stay strong, driven largely by online visibility and pricing differences.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Westport’s production was quite similar to Hartford’s, but the differences are illuminating.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 Apr. 2026
But there are some differences.
—John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
The differences between the two are somewhat rigid, particularly for men.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
And all of those size differences are too small to have any effect on cognitive ability, so Neanderthals could easily be on par with our species there, too.
—ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
These devices also do not have precise depth targeting as in-office devices to really stimulate collagen for noticeable differences in your skin.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2026
Despite their differences, Kona, Colin and Bernard stick together on a wild journey that changes them forever.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
However, Piedmont says direct comparisons do not fully account for differences in infrastructure, geography and customer mix.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Demand is expected to stay strong, driven largely by online visibility and pricing differences.
—K.h. Koehler, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Westport’s production was quite similar to Hartford’s, but the differences are illuminating.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 Apr. 2026
But there are some differences.
—John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
The differences between the two are somewhat rigid, particularly for men.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for differences
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The apparent goal is to discredit accusers in public — then circulate the smears to their social circles — as well as demoralize adversaries amid legal disputes, forcing quiet settlements on preferred terms.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
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These conditions have fueled widespread reports of labor exploitation, environmental damage and violent disputes over territory, while mercury contamination from gold extraction has posed serious risks to indigenous communities and fragile ecosystems.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Just one of many changes brought in by MLB’s attempt to make the game better.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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When a transaction is elevated from review by a state economic agency to consideration by a party national security body, the calculus changes.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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Joseph Chiavatti, director of technology at Progressive Partners, says that process differentiates HOASnapshot from generic language models like ChatGPT and Claude, untrained on the specificities of real estate dynamics.—
Amancai Biraben,
Oc Register,
24 Apr. 2026
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Making that decision comes down to fully understanding what differentiates a mandatory HOA from a voluntary HOA, and what kinds of rules an HOA can make and enforce.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Apr. 2026
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Some complaints derive from the film brushing aside many of the late King of Pop’s controversies, while others criticize the factual problems of Michael’s life and career, including missing family members.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
27 Apr. 2026
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The controversies clearly didn’t stop fans from attending, as Michael smashed the all-time record for an opening for a biopic, earning $97 million at the domestic box office and $217 million globally.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Apr. 2026
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But with the lottery alterations, trades and free agency again will return to a forefront that allowed the Heat to return to the forefront for the majority of these three decades of Riley rule.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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Other red flags are alterations, cross-outs or erasures.—
Mahsa Saeidi,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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What distinguishes the material is its pronounced fluorescence.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Apr. 2026
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The release also distinguishes between an electric bikes, which have three classes, and an electric motorcycle, saying that the determination comes down to motor strength and speed.—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Massie came to Congress as a spending hawk, and more than a decade later, that remains his signature issue and the source of many of his disagreements with GOP leaders.—
Russell Berman,
The Atlantic,
25 Apr. 2026
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But six months after a high-profile IPO, the company’s share price has crashed, and its CEO and CFO both left their posts this weekend, reportedly over disagreements about whether to sell the firm (Fermi didn’t respond to a request for comment).—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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In all the variations the personnel staff played out before the first round, there were very, very few in which Bain fell to them.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, variations in her appearance were noted, such as the strap across her chest.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Differences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differences. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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