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as in variety
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
the diversity of plant life on that tropical island is staggering
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as in distinctiveness
the quality or state of being different
there's considerable diversity in the platforms for the two major parties
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Recent Examples of diversity
Whereas here in North Carolina [there] is just a crazy diversity that has grown here — and just a beautiful amount of small farmers instead of these massive conglomerate farmers.
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Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
As part of the deal, Wilkie has agreed to offer pro bono work to the Trump administration and causes of its choosing, and agreed not to use diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in its hiring.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
The diversity of life in tandem with the tiger sighting suggests the ecosystem is thriving, and conservation efforts have been so far successful, according to the department.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
The blueprint by the Nexus Project could give colleges and universities another path to combat antisemitism while protecting Jewish students and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs amid funding threats.
—Russell Contreras, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
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Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
As part of the deal, Wilkie has agreed to offer pro bono work to the Trump administration and causes of its choosing, and agreed not to use diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in its hiring.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
The diversity of life in tandem with the tiger sighting suggests the ecosystem is thriving, and conservation efforts have been so far successful, according to the department.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
The blueprint by the Nexus Project could give colleges and universities another path to combat antisemitism while protecting Jewish students and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs amid funding threats.
—Russell Contreras, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversity
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But that share has declined in recent years, as brands including Ford (7.5%), Chevrolet (5.2%) and Hyundai (4.7%) began to offer a wider variety of electric models at better price points, according to Kelley Blue Book.—
Time,
Time,
4 Apr. 2025
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Guests can feast like a Viking and enjoy a savory menu featuring a variety of meats, fish, sandwiches and more, along with a collection of meads and ciders.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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Years of co-parenting drama were finally addressed between the two men who serve as father-figures in the 16-year-old's life 1 Comments Taylor McKinney and Ryan Edwards have worked past their differences.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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But seen in the close-up of the videos, heterogeneity emerged.—
Alec MacGillis,
ProPublica,
6 Feb. 2025
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Accounting for sampling heterogeneity suggests a low paleolatitude origin for dinosaurs Before joining Discover Magazine, Paul Smaglik spent over 20 years as a science journalist, specializing in U.S. life science policy and global scientific career issues.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
23 Jan. 2025
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And that is the power of having a team with a multiplicity of different prisms.—
Matthew Phillips,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Frame is invested in those who fail such performances, and who sometimes reach a type of multiplicity far past them.—
Audrey Wollen,
The New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2025
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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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Conventional social media, by contrast, is siloed: a Facebook account cannot follow or message a TikTok account.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
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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“Diversity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diversity. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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