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as in dissolutions
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
the separation of Norway and Sweden into two independent nations in 1905
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as in divergencies
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a sudden separation of the herd of deer when they were startled
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as in gaps
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
the narrow separation between posts in the fence
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as in farewells
the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions
friends who dreaded the inevitable separation after graduation
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as in dividers
something that divides, separates, or marks off
a filing cabinet with lots of adjustable separations
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Recent Examples of separations
In recent months, Fox, Nexstar, Warner, Paramount, NBCUniversal and Netflix have all parted ways or announced separations with some of their most experienced ad-sales executives — and in some cases unveiled new structures in a bid to streamline relationships with key media buyers and clients.
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Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Others are preparing for potential family separations.
—Gabriel Sandoval, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
So those unfortunate separations don't end up fragmenting the family.
—Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 7 Oct. 2024
The separations would help eliminate hazards, improve traffic flow and eliminate the train horn in the neighborhood.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
There are often separations or insulation barriers between different cells in the battery pack, and manufacturers take steps to keep moisture out.
—Logan Carter / Jalopnik, Quartz, 1 Oct. 2024
People magazine reported that Grande and Slater did not begin dating until after both of their separations.
—Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 30 Sep. 2024
The Knesset also extended a 2002 law imposing bureaucratic hurdles on Palestinian spouses of Israeli citizens, effectively threatening them with family separations that most Jews would never encounter.
—Dahlia Scheindlin, Foreign Affairs, 27 Sep. 2024
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Others are preparing for potential family separations.
—Gabriel Sandoval, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
So those unfortunate separations don't end up fragmenting the family.
—Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 7 Oct. 2024
The separations would help eliminate hazards, improve traffic flow and eliminate the train horn in the neighborhood.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
There are often separations or insulation barriers between different cells in the battery pack, and manufacturers take steps to keep moisture out.
—Logan Carter / Jalopnik, Quartz, 1 Oct. 2024
People magazine reported that Grande and Slater did not begin dating until after both of their separations.
—Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 30 Sep. 2024
The Knesset also extended a 2002 law imposing bureaucratic hurdles on Palestinian spouses of Israeli citizens, effectively threatening them with family separations that most Jews would never encounter.
—Dahlia Scheindlin, Foreign Affairs, 27 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for separations
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On the one hand, fewer employees pursuing traditional leadership tracks can create gaps in decision-making, team development, and operational consistency.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Report Notes Staffing Problem The task force found that Thomas Crooks, the gunman in Butler, Pennsylvania, exploited security gaps caused by insufficient staffing and resources.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Simply unzip its top and the sides fold down, revealing compartments, pouches, and adjustable dividers that keep items organized.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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The cosmetics case is outfitted with adjustable, removable dividers, and zipper pockets to keep toiletries organized.Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
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Faced with the upcoming departures of big tenants including HSBC and Clifford Chance, the east London landlord is seeking to reinvent itself by building more apartments and providing more entertainment and leisure offerings.Robert Olsen, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The departures of Hucles Mangano and Tweed are among the first major moves under new controlling owner Willow Bay, who joined with her husband, Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger to invest in the team last July.Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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There’s a booming business in helping people get over breakups.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 5 Dec. 2024
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Schlossberg was a political correspondent for Vogue during the 2024 election and has since embraced social media in a bigger way, sharing everything from his political views to his paddle-boarding hobby and even his breakups with his 442,000 Instagram followers.Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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Like Tomb Raider and Uncharted, The Great Circle is puzzle-heavy, requiring players to match up levers and cogs at frequent intervals to open doors or boxes.Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
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Microwave white chocolate chips in a medium heatproof bowl on HIGH in 15-second intervals until melted, about 1 minute, stirring between intervals.Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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Two shower suites are also available to freshen before or between flights.Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Tickets for the new Tokyo flights go on sale Tuesday, while fares for the latter route go on sale in early 2025.Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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Now, his 2025 budget proposal calls for cutting even more police positions, training divisions and mental health resources for officers.Dylan Sharkey, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Any recognition of Somaliland as an independent state will result in dangerous repercussions, including exacerbating internal divisions between the various clans of Somaliland that support independence and others that seek to remain within the Somali federal state.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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In my opinion, here are the three main barriers to importing agile into the public sector.Greg Orme, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Addressing Consumer-Side Barriers So, what can be done to tackle the demand-side barriers that Black entrepreneurs face?Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Separations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separations. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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