as in difference
the quality or state of being different
an enormous disparity in the lives of the rich and the poor in that country
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Recent Examples of disparity
And, as with many health issues, there are stark racial and ethnic disparities.
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Antonio Reynoso, New York Daily News, 6 Apr. 2025
Assisting in bridging the gap in disparity between certain districts is at Williams’ forefront.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2025
The filmmakers are certainly cognizant of the comic disparity between Iris and Apollo.
—Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Apr. 2025
The findings should be used to shape new policies and future research priorities to improve health disparities in IBD care, said Dr. Segura.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Antonio Reynoso, New York Daily News, 6 Apr. 2025
Assisting in bridging the gap in disparity between certain districts is at Williams’ forefront.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2025
The filmmakers are certainly cognizant of the comic disparity between Iris and Apollo.
—Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Apr. 2025
The findings should be used to shape new policies and future research priorities to improve health disparities in IBD care, said Dr. Segura.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disparity
Noun
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What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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These differences can affect behavior, interactions, and learning.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The diversity of backgrounds and industries represented in these programs fosters not just friendships but also business partnerships and investment opportunities.—
Shai Zamanian,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The Farfetch marketplace is now home to 1,500 brands, boutiques and department stores, and the latest brand campaign reflects the diversity of the offer.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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By contrast, 83% of Democrats see international alliances as a valuable strength.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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By contrast, Republicans and Republican-leaning adults saw a drop in concern, declining from 50 percent last year to 39 percent in 2025, an 11-point decrease.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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With his first career homer, Wilson earned the distinction of blasting the A’s first home run at Sutter Health Park, doing so in the March 31 home opener vs. the Seattle Mariners.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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This effectively removes the distinction between mainstream and AI stacks.—
Dinesh Subhraveti,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Disparity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disparity. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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