as in difference
the quality or state of being different
the contrast between the two approaches to the problem of overeating could not be greater
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Recent Examples of contrast
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 14 Mar. 2025
Only 36 percent of respondents who identify as strongly conservative expressed satisfaction, in contrast to 75 percent of those who identify as strongly liberal, per the poll.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Kara Nesvig, Parents, 10 Mar. 2025
The instant coffee adds just the right amount of bitter, complex flavor contrasted by the sweetness of the marshmallows.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2025
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Noun
In contrast to American English, nonce means the one, particular, or present occasion, purpose, or use.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 14 Mar. 2025
Only 36 percent of respondents who identify as strongly conservative expressed satisfaction, in contrast to 75 percent of those who identify as strongly liberal, per the poll.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Verb
The video poignantly contrasts between a life with and without the threat of gun violence through a little girl’s daydream.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 10 Mar. 2025
The instant coffee adds just the right amount of bitter, complex flavor contrasted by the sweetness of the marshmallows.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contrast
Noun
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The difference primarily is in the attitudes of Republicans, Jackson said of societal shifts reflected in the data.—
Adriel Bettelheim,
Axios,
11 Mar. 2025
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The big difference between this M4 and the one in all the other Macs is that the Air still doesn't include an active cooling fan.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In 2023, the court had turned away a similar challenge, despite a split among federal appeals courts that had weighed state bans and come to differing decisions.—
Mark Sherman,
The Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2025
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The differing last names could easily be explained.—
Brian Davids,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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As 2025 began and the Trump Administration began cracking down on diversity measures in the government, Target dialed down its diversity, equity and inclusion goals, sending its reputational score down again.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Iconic Architecture in Puglia Photo: Getty Images Often referred to as the heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia is a landscape of raw beauty and intense diversity (just look to its rocky coastlines, ancient olive groves, and quiet countrysides for proof).—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
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But there is an important distinction to make between a goalkeeper kicking long and passing long; Maresca’s primary issue is with the former and his desire to avoid simply gifting possession back to the opposition.—
Liam Twomey,
The Athletic,
20 Mar. 2025
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That's an important distinction as some other operators currently require a winning wager in order to see a bonus.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Contrast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contrast. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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