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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
However, this usage differs from age categories, according to a Pew Research Study.
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Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 31 May 2025
The defensive positioning differs, but the guarantee of consistent playing time is more important.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 30 May 2025
These tariffs differ from Section 301 levies in that the tariff rate is capped at 50%.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 30 May 2025
In turn, patterns of plant stress and water loss also differ in grasses under solar arrays.
—Matthew Sturchio, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
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Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 31 May 2025
The defensive positioning differs, but the guarantee of consistent playing time is more important.
—Katie Woo, New York Times, 30 May 2025
These tariffs differ from Section 301 levies in that the tariff rate is capped at 50%.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 30 May 2025
In turn, patterns of plant stress and water loss also differ in grasses under solar arrays.
—Matthew Sturchio, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for differ
Verb
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The moves into the Middle East contrast starkly with Washington’s approach toward China.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
22 May 2025
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Meanwhile, espadrilles with raffia and lace are contrasted with brass hourglass heels.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
Verb
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The jury disagreed, and Chandler was found guilty on all eight charges.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
30 May 2025
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In a December 8, 2023 decision, the District Court of Appeal of Florida, Sixth District, disagreed and reversed.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Accounts vary on how Darin chose his famous stage name.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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Approaches vary across school districts The Observer reviewed other school district prayer practices in the region to compare to Cabarrus County.—
Nora O’Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
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“Differ.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differ. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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