1
as in divergency
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a growing divergence of opinion about that U.S. president's place in history
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2
as in deviation
a turning away from a course or standard
any divergence from the community's strict moral code was met with social ostracism
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Recent Examples of divergence
Conversely, there is a divergence in pitcher rankings.
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Michael Salfino, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
One reason for the divergence, the authors explained, is because followers of all four religions believe in a higher being.
—Tim Botos, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
Ideological polarization, or divergence based on policy differences, can be beneficial to a democracy by encouraging parties to develop distinct identities related to coherent policy platforms.
—Robert E. Kelly, Foreign Affairs, 12 Feb. 2025
The message is clear, self-interest negates divergence on issues like the environment, tariffs, health care, and diversity.
—Stanley S. Litow, New York Daily News, 2 Feb. 2025
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Michael Salfino, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
One reason for the divergence, the authors explained, is because followers of all four religions believe in a higher being.
—Tim Botos, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
Ideological polarization, or divergence based on policy differences, can be beneficial to a democracy by encouraging parties to develop distinct identities related to coherent policy platforms.
—Robert E. Kelly, Foreign Affairs, 12 Feb. 2025
The message is clear, self-interest negates divergence on issues like the environment, tariffs, health care, and diversity.
—Stanley S. Litow, New York Daily News, 2 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for divergence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for divergence
Noun
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For instance, sensors might detect increases in vibration or deviations in cut time which could signal potential issues.—
Cory McNeley,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Forecasts are for a slightly softer reading compared with January — meaning price growth would have slowed — but any deviation could ripple through markets.—
Rob Wile,
NBC News,
11 Mar. 2025
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The difference primarily is in the attitudes of Republicans, Jackson said of societal shifts reflected in the data.—
Adriel Bettelheim,
Axios,
11 Mar. 2025
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In our industry, these aren't abstract metrics—they're the difference between winning and becoming irrelevant in a market where milliseconds and basis points determine success.—
Jitender Jain,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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The Pixel 9 Pro was seen by many as a departure from the norm of having the highest specs only available with the larger phones.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Talking about his original ambitions for the then 100-site Cineworld chain ahead of his departure as head of the company in 2014, Wiener said its growth had way exceeded his expectations.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2025
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As 2025 began and the Trump Administration began cracking down on diversity measures in the government, Target dialed down its diversity, equity and inclusion goals, sending its reputational score down again.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Iconic Architecture in Puglia Photo: Getty Images Often referred to as the heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia is a landscape of raw beauty and intense diversity (just look to its rocky coastlines, ancient olive groves, and quiet countrysides for proof).—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Divergence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divergence. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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