a difference of opinion

idiom

: lack of agreement

There seems to be a difference of opinion about what we should do next.

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However, a dispute had continued concerning a difference of opinion over the capitalisation of interest payments. —

Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025 For these powerhouse billionaires at the forefront of AI technology, the issue boils down to a difference of opinion over leadership. —

Chris Westfall, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 Despite a difference of opinion with his Gen Z son, Glenn Fogel insists on leaving hours early for the airport. —

Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 1 Dec. 2024 There is no place for violence, especially over a difference of opinion in politics. —

Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 7 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for a difference of opinion

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