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as in dissolution
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
the separation of Norway and Sweden into two independent nations in 1905
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as in distinction
the state of being kept distinct
the separation of church and state is an important concept in the United States
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as in divergence
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a sudden separation of the herd of deer when they were startled
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as in gap
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
the narrow separation between posts in the fence
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as in departure
the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions
friends who dreaded the inevitable separation after graduation
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Recent Examples of separation
The separation period for most of the civil servants is 60 days, according to the notice.
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Filip Timotija, The Hill, 11 July 2025
Highlighting subtle cultural elements like Day of the Dead altars and Spanish-language music, the piece argues these nuances symbolically affirm Latino identity while resonating with children witnessing family separations and racial profiling[No citation].
—Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2025
In notable court cases, a 1981 Arkansas law mandating this was struck down as a violation of church-state separation; the Supreme Court struck down a similar Louisiana law in 1987.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 8 July 2025
Zen training also induces samadhi (i.e., the experience of no separation), giving rise to wisdom and harmony with the larger picture.
—Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Filip Timotija, The Hill, 11 July 2025
Highlighting subtle cultural elements like Day of the Dead altars and Spanish-language music, the piece argues these nuances symbolically affirm Latino identity while resonating with children witnessing family separations and racial profiling[No citation].
—Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2025
In notable court cases, a 1981 Arkansas law mandating this was struck down as a violation of church-state separation; the Supreme Court struck down a similar Louisiana law in 1987.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 8 July 2025
Zen training also induces samadhi (i.e., the experience of no separation), giving rise to wisdom and harmony with the larger picture.
—Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for separation
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According to a source, the steady stream of comments and questions from HFPA members has spurred requests for documents and verifications that have delayed for months the Attorney General’s office from giving the final signoff to the dissolution of the HFPA.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
3 July 2025
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But here in Trump-loving Northern Kentucky, some local Republicans are irate, viewing the committee dissolution as payback for rebelling against the party establishment.—
Jolene Almendarez,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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This distinction allows for protocols that satisfy technical requirements while addressing privacy concerns through meaningful limitations on what data will actually be examined.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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This distinction means that complexes like Gabriel House are subject to a different inspection, certification and regulatory process than Massachusetts nursing homes.—
Jared Kofsky,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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The huge divergence between the ADP and BLS reports, then, might not be that much of a statistical aberration — and could point to a growing schism in the U.S. labor market.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
4 July 2025
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The market capitalization leaderboard for semiconductors continues to highlight the divergence between IP ownership and physical production.—
MoneyShow,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Currie warned that further cuts to Medicaid and public hospitals could make these gaps even worse.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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The changes should spur the expansion of housing in urban areas that are close to jobs and transportation and make an impactful contribution toward addressing the housing crisis in California by narrowing the gap between housing demand and supply.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
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The allegations were a key factor in Newey’s departure.—
Kanzah Maktoum,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Yes, the departures from last year’s title team now include Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porziņģis, Luke Kornet and most likely Al Horford.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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After the boy, who is non-verbal, got up from the swing, the witness said Smith blocked him into an area of the classroom with dividers as the boy was crying, screaming and dumping items on the floor.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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The generous 60-liter interior features sturdy divider panels and mesh pockets that keep things organized and accessible while on the move.—
Kayla Kitts,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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Revealing the pair hadn’t seen each other since the time of their split, Justin pulled Susie for a conversation.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Following their split, the comedian would welcome 10 more kids with five other women.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
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The state has the largest percentage of people without health insurance, crime is on the high side, and state laws offer few protections against discrimination.—
Scott Cohn,
CNBC,
10 July 2025
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But as this 1984 Florida University Law Review article shows, consumer advocates took exception to the lack of discrimination suits that followed ECOA.—
Norbert Michel,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Separation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separation. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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