differences 1 of 2

noun

plural of difference
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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differences

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of difference
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
Noun
Palal acknowledged that Davis’ accounts of the killing evolved over the years but argued those differences reflected Davis’ changing motivations and efforts to protect himself. — Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026 This approach improved statistical reliability while still allowing regional differences in climate and heat adaptation to be reflected. — Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 31 Aug. 2026 But stones and steels have their differences and not all of them live up to the hype. — Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026 The goal should not be to eliminate those differences too quickly. — Jeff Degraff, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026 Because of potential seasonal differences, work in the vineyard is an extremely important part of the process. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile in Iran, officials’ responses to the threats from the US appear to show some differences within its leadership over how to proceed with the war. — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026 Canada’s response to Trump’s persistent tariff saber rattling has also illustrated key differences in the way North American trading partners are approaching trade in the 21st century. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026 But Kalver has learned there is enormous power in finding the places where those differences meet. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 24 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for differences
  1. disputes
  2. changes
  3. differentiates
  4. controversies
  5. alterations
  6. distinguishes
  7. disagreements
  8. variations
Noun
  • Miller has previously been at the center of ABS disputes while serving as crew chief for Reds games.
    — Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • An e-bike ban at Newport Beach schools has sparked disputes between students and neighbors over kids parking in their neighborhoods.
    — Michele Gile, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of disputes
Noun
  • How widespread those changes will be is a compelling question.
    — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The interior is probably the biggest improvement without having the same visually jarring impact the exterior’s changes have.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of changes
Verb
  • This practice introduces new points of view into the digital ecosystem, differentiates the brand, and increases the likelihood of an AI citation.
    — Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • But what differentiates them from some of their peers is the unyielding pace of their live shows, all of it delivered with the grinning joy of playing rock ‘n’ roll.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of differentiates
Noun
  • None of this requires a return to the controversies of corporate activism of the early 2020s.
    — Scott M. Curran, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Unfortunately, the recent controversies around images of Ariana Grande and other actresses have made this argument less binary.
    — Marti Noxon, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of controversies
Noun
  • The tumor was an oligodendroglioma, a malignant tumor defined by two genetic alterations.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Every month, those cameras capture billions of license plates and other details about cars, including makes, models, colors and any alterations.
    — Meg Anderson, NPR, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of alterations
Verb
  • What also distinguishes the second shock from the first is the new trade relationship China has with other countries.
    — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The angled sides create a visually interesting silhouette, while the glass front distinguishes it from a mere box of wood.
    — Evan Russum, Architectural Digest, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinguishes
Noun
  • His first job out of law school was as a judge’s clerk at the Court of Appeal of New Zealand, giving him a front-row seat to consequential decisions—and to people who could disagree fiercely without letting those disagreements become personal.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • And, despite trade disagreements, visitors can still get cheddar and bacon soup and filet mignon from the Canada pavilion.
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of disagreements
Noun
  • The three main sectarian deities have numerous avatars, local forms, and variations.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Closer to home, Roman will monitor small variations in light from stars near the center of the Milky Way galaxy in order to infer the presence of rogue planets drifting between the stars.
    — Don Figer, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
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“Differences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differences. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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