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as in variety
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
the diversity of plant life on that tropical island is staggering
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as in distinctiveness
the quality or state of being different
there's considerable diversity in the platforms for the two major parties
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Recent Examples of diversity
Whereas here in North Carolina [there] is just a crazy diversity that has grown here — and just a beautiful amount of small farmers instead of these massive conglomerate farmers.
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Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
As part of the deal, Wilkie has agreed to offer pro bono work to the Trump administration and causes of its choosing, and agreed not to use diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in its hiring.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
The diversity of life in tandem with the tiger sighting suggests the ecosystem is thriving, and conservation efforts have been so far successful, according to the department.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
The blueprint by the Nexus Project could give colleges and universities another path to combat antisemitism while protecting Jewish students and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs amid funding threats.
—Russell Contreras, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
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Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
As part of the deal, Wilkie has agreed to offer pro bono work to the Trump administration and causes of its choosing, and agreed not to use diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in its hiring.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
The diversity of life in tandem with the tiger sighting suggests the ecosystem is thriving, and conservation efforts have been so far successful, according to the department.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
The blueprint by the Nexus Project could give colleges and universities another path to combat antisemitism while protecting Jewish students and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs amid funding threats.
—Russell Contreras, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversity
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Guests can feast like a Viking and enjoy a savory menu featuring a variety of meats, fish, sandwiches and more, along with a collection of meads and ciders.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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There are single or double-breasted jackets with wide or narrow lapels and fancy buttons, and white shirts in a variety of styles.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2025
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What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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These differences can affect behavior, interactions, and learning.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
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But seen in the close-up of the videos, heterogeneity emerged.—
Alec MacGillis,
ProPublica,
6 Feb. 2025
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Accounting for sampling heterogeneity suggests a low paleolatitude origin for dinosaurs Before joining Discover Magazine, Paul Smaglik spent over 20 years as a science journalist, specializing in U.S. life science policy and global scientific career issues.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
23 Jan. 2025
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It should not be crafted as a polemic but as a pragmatic assessment of why, from the business perspective, the rule of law serves the national interest in a multiplicity of clearly articulated ways.—
Mark A. Cohen,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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That then will only speak to the multiplicity of queerness and transness of the new forms of relationality, of connecting with us rather than further dividing us.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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By contrast, 83% of Democrats see international alliances as a valuable strength.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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They are expected to mature at 130 to 150 pounds — by contrast, a typical gray wolf clocks in at about 80 to 100 pounds.—
Degen Pener,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2025
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After a rapid redesign – and with the city's enthusiastic blessing – it was built as the nation's first fire resilient community, a distinction touted by KB Home Coastal and confirmed by insurance groups.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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However, there is a distinction between challenging a founder to think critically and tearing them down.—
David Nour,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Diversity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diversity. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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