as in divergence
a movement in different directions away from a common point the divarication of the various dialects of Latin that occurred with the decline of the Roman Empire

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Noun
  • The divergence of Americans’ preferences as expressed at the ballot box and at the checkout counter creates an awkward status quo.
    David B. McGarry, Baltimore Sun, 30 Mar. 2025
  • This divergence suggests that even as wine consumption shifts, demand for high-end glassware remains strong, reinforcing Josephinenhütte’s rapid sellout as part of a broader trend toward premium drinking experiences.
    Rachel King, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?
    Erika Owen, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2025
  • These differences can affect behavior, interactions, and learning.
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • This catastrophic transformation spurred the extraordinary diversity that distinguishes the region from other dinosaur ecosystems.
    Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2025
  • Each book is an ode to her roots, and a genuine celebration of diversity.
    Aditi Sriram, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
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“Divarication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divarication. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

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