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as in to disagree
to have a different opinion
after much arguing, we simply have agreed to differ about the issue
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Recent Examples of differ
The actual areas that could become flooded may differ from the areas shown on this map.
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William B. Davis, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2025
Polar opposites, the most compelling aspects of Bans’ and Krebs’ series happen when Catherine and Birdie’s personal decisions (and differing wardrobes) are contrasted with one another.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 Feb. 2025
Two recent deadly attacks, one in Magdeburg before Christmas and another in Munich last week – both carried out by migrants with differing motives – fanned the flames of division in the run up to Sunday’s vote.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN, 23 Feb. 2025
If the comptroller’s value for a district differs from TAD’s estimate by 10% or more, the district automatically loses state funding.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Feb. 2025
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William B. Davis, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2025
Polar opposites, the most compelling aspects of Bans’ and Krebs’ series happen when Catherine and Birdie’s personal decisions (and differing wardrobes) are contrasted with one another.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 Feb. 2025
Two recent deadly attacks, one in Magdeburg before Christmas and another in Munich last week – both carried out by migrants with differing motives – fanned the flames of division in the run up to Sunday’s vote.
—Sophie Tanno, CNN, 23 Feb. 2025
If the comptroller’s value for a district differs from TAD’s estimate by 10% or more, the district automatically loses state funding.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for differ
Verb
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The goal is to contrast tones and proportions to create depth and avoid looking too matchy-matchy.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
27 Feb. 2025
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That image contrasted sharply with the one that had unfolded just a quarter of an hour earlier.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Voters are people, too This Editorial Board respectfully disagrees with the judge.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Mar. 2025
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Experts, business owners and most Americans disagree.—
Domenico Montanaro,
NPR,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The jeans widen at the hips, reaching their maximum width—varying by style—at the knee before tapering back in at the ankle.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Feb. 2025
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Your trap preference will vary depending on your budget.—
Skye Goode,
Outdoor Life,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Differ.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differ. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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