as in diverse
being not of the same kind
disparate notions among adults and adolescents about when middle age begins
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as in difference
the quality or state of being different
an enormous disparity in the lives of the rich and the poor in that country
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Recent Examples of disparate
Graeme Green, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
The two challengers to Scott, who has led the committee’s Democrats since 2021, are both considered moderates within the caucus but have disparate levels of experience.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024
Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
The negotiation between lies and manipulation and also disparity in wanting to be seen.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025
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One of the most exciting films of the year required a virtual road trip through Africa's disparate terrains.
—Graeme Green, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
The two challengers to Scott, who has led the committee’s Democrats since 2021, are both considered moderates within the caucus but have disparate levels of experience.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024
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The term gained attention as hybrid work models became more widespread, with employees and researchers identifying disparities in opportunities, promotions, and evaluations based on physical presence.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
The negotiation between lies and manipulation and also disparity in wanting to be seen.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025
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Reed said the military is both more diverse than ever before and more lethal than it's ever been.Barbara Sprunt, NPR, 14 Jan. 2025
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In addition to being enshrined as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019, Vatnajökull National Park was recently named one of the most important geologic sites on the planet by the International Geological Union, thanks to its diverse, otherworldly landscapes that have been shaped by fire and ice.Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2025
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Here, then, are most*** of the 2024 House races sorted by the difference between their margins and the presidential margins in their districts.Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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The stark difference, of course, is that those Samsungs do not yet have Android 15 unlike their Pixel equivalents.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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There’s room to coexist because Hollywood delivers different content, but caution remains about what will and will not work.Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2025
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Although several different Russian ‘Baba Yaga clones’ have been demonstrated, these do not seem to have reached the front.David Hambling, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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The region's diverse geology and dry climate contribute significantly to its wines’ distinctive characteristics.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Tuxedo cats, like Milo, are not a specific breed but rather felines with a distinctive black-and-white coat pattern resembling formal wear.Lydia Patrick, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
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This raises intriguing parallels to studies of Oldowan technology, which have highlighted how modern human ancestors selected specific rocks for tool manufacture based on distinct properties of the rocks, such as their ability to fracture and be resistant to wear.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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Over the past two decades, Delhi has built an expansive metro network of more than 288 stations and 390 kilometres of track, systematically delivering projects in distinct phases.Ankit Mishra, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Kelly falsely claimed that the fire chief had prioritized diversity instead of filling the fire hydrants.Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 9 Jan. 2025
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This diversity of thought can lead to competitive advantages in global markets.Salvador Ordorica, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Today’s sober-curious, by contrast, post on Instagram about how Dry January has reduced their inflammation, sharpened their jawline, and improved their sleep score.Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Conservatives, by contrast, tend to keep all their modules up and running.Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
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That distinction belonged to Josh Allen, who, despite losing his top two receiving targets — including perennial Pro Bowler Stefon Diggs — last offseason, delivered another dominant campaign and led the Buffalo Bills to their latest AFC East crown.Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
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With the loss, the Vikings settled for the undesirable distinction of having the most wins for a wild-card team in league history.Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Disparate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disparate. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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