differences 1 of 2

noun

Definition of differencesnext
plural of difference
1
as in disputes
variance of opinion on a matter we must try to settle our differences without fighting

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2
as in changes
the act, process, or result of making different it won't make any difference which one you choose

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differences

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verb

present tense third-person singular of difference
as in differentiates
to understand or point out the difference in people who cannot difference God's will from their own selfish desires and prejudices

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for differences
  1. differentiates
  2. controversies
  3. alterations
  4. distinguishes
  5. disagreements
  6. variations
Verb
  • The former focuses on optimization and improving margins while the latter focuses on innovation that differentiates products and drives revenue growth.
    Jeffrey Hammond, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • This also differentiates it from the Valve Index, the company's previous VR device, which relied on a client computer.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of differentiates
Noun
  • During Barack Obama's presidency, Attorney General Eric Holder revised guidelines for leak investigations after similar controversies over reporter surveillance.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The same court last week ordered a recount of the first-round votes, which added to the myriad controversies that have engulfed a chaotic election cycle.
    STEPHEN McGRATH THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of controversies
Noun
  • Reis Contracting offers a variety of services to help clients from the beginning of the project to the end, including pre-construction assistance, maintenance services, and alterations.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
  • The boutique design-build firm does everything from minor home updates to major structural alterations and takes a holistic approach to each project, guiding clients from concept to completion.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of alterations
Verb
  • This steadfast focus not only strengthens the brand’s connection with its audience but also distinguishes it in a crowded entertainment landscape.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • But what distinguishes it is its ability to create an experience that combines the luxury of a hotel with the personalized warmth of a home.
    Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of distinguishes
Noun
  • That, as well as personal details from his decades-old divorce and disagreements with lawmakers, doomed his nomination.
    Elena Moore, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
  • From establishing clear objectives to communicating more transparently, these expert tips offer practical strategies for confidently navigating stakeholder disagreements.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of disagreements
Noun
  • Temperature lows will approach freezing across much of the state starting Tuesday night through Wednesday morning, with variations depending on the region.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
  • As the complaint acknowledges, in other cases where states, racetracks, state racing commissions, breeders and other groups argued the HISA Act violated the constitution, some courts have rejected the plaintiffs’ arguments or variations of them.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of variations
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