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as in disputes
variance of opinion on a matter
there was some disagreement about what color the missing sweater actually was
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as in altercations
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
a loud disagreement started as soon as we tried to order pizza for everyone
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Recent Examples of disagreements
These kinds of international disagreements are hardly new.
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Max Abrahms and Joseph Mroszczyk, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Avoid arguments, spats, disagreements, squabbles, and out-and-out fights as much as possible.
—Eli Amdur, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
As the season progressed, tension grew between the potential partners, particularly over disagreements about the business contract.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
In his opening remarks, SHRM Chief Human Resources Officer Jim Link said his organization has found that workplace incivility is seen in connection to greater disagreements taking place outside of work.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
However, disagreements over what to include have increased the threat of a government shutdown over the Christmas period.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
The Country's Attitude Toward Foreign Investment The stability of the government is a major concern but digging deeper can also reveal political unrest or disagreements with the central bank.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
That, as well as personal details from his decades-old divorce and disagreements with lawmakers, doomed his nomination.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
Smith points to Praxis Labs’ Pivotal Practice as one way to make this possible, with responsive practice simulations for workday interactions such as giving feedback, setting performance expectations and managing disagreements.
—Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Max Abrahms and Joseph Mroszczyk, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Avoid arguments, spats, disagreements, squabbles, and out-and-out fights as much as possible.
—Eli Amdur, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
As the season progressed, tension grew between the potential partners, particularly over disagreements about the business contract.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
In his opening remarks, SHRM Chief Human Resources Officer Jim Link said his organization has found that workplace incivility is seen in connection to greater disagreements taking place outside of work.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
However, disagreements over what to include have increased the threat of a government shutdown over the Christmas period.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
The Country's Attitude Toward Foreign Investment The stability of the government is a major concern but digging deeper can also reveal political unrest or disagreements with the central bank.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
That, as well as personal details from his decades-old divorce and disagreements with lawmakers, doomed his nomination.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
Smith points to Praxis Labs’ Pivotal Practice as one way to make this possible, with responsive practice simulations for workday interactions such as giving feedback, setting performance expectations and managing disagreements.
—Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disagreements
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There are scenes where Evan is discussing issues with his high school students—but those scenes primarily center mature controversies and include profanity.DeVonne Goode, Parents, 23 Dec. 2024
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The year’s mounting censorship controversies ultimately—and inevitably—created a crisis of faith at these institutions, which purportedly exist as repositories of history.Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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These altercations have raised concerns that the United States, a longtime ally of the Philippines, could become involved in a potential conflict.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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College players are meant to be taught to control their emotions when things boil over into physical altercations.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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After the initial contact, Eggleston would typically receive a packet with letters from acquaintances and other information to substantiate their arguments for the Justice Department review.Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Such arguments over water in the Delta have long pitted California farmers and agricultural water districts against environmental groups, fishing advocates and Native tribes.Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Disagreements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disagreements. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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