as in difference
the quality or state of being different
the contrast between the two approaches to the problem of overeating could not be greater
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Recent Examples of contrast
David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
Carolyn, by contrast, is only getting better at her job.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Does contrast therapy pose any health concerns?
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 3 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Gee and cinematographer Piers McGrail have a great eye for composition and texture, vibrantly evoking the time and place in the high-contrast B&W scenes.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
Carolyn, by contrast, is only getting better at her job.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
The coat hit high on the thigh with wide sleeves and oversized patch pockets, worn over a collared shirt in a contrasting blue tone.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
Does contrast therapy pose any health concerns?
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contrast
Noun
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The difference between boys aged 10 and 12 compared to 13 and 14 is huge.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2026
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What the files do seem to confirm, though, is the conspiracy theorist’s view of an elite stratosphere, where normal rules don’t apply, everyone knows each other, and ideological differences are subsumed to self-interested motives.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Much of Rocket’s recent success can be attributed to how its business model differs from PennyMac.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The two infielders share the same hometown, San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic, but offer some differing elements of their games.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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How can the sense of an absolute union of all matter be reconciled with the endless multiplicity and distinctness of it?—
Christian Wiman,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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However, a few hours with Air Riders reveals the nuance and depth of its gameplay, the distinctness of this flavor of racing game and its sensory, chaotic, and strategic appeal.—
Ryan Gaur,
Rolling Stone,
19 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In the immediate future, Murray said, the Post would concentrate on areas that demonstrate authority, distinctiveness and impact, and resonate with readers, including politics, national affairs and security.—
David Bauder,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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As to the non-final action, one problem for the A’s is that the marks fail to show enough distinctiveness.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In his op-ed reflecting on the texts, the secretary takes to task the Westminster establishment that allowed Mandelson’s selection, but also waxes philosophical about sexism, diversity, and inclusion.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Winter Youth Olympic Games sponsor the sport as well, and unlike the men, there is diversity at the top.—
Dana ONeil,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The law names city, county, and other local agencies, as well as federal law enforcement agencies, but notably does not include law enforcement officers employed by the state, creating a distinction that the judge found discriminatory against federal agents.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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This distinction is fast becoming one of the most consequential competitive fault lines in modern markets.—
Christopher Vollmer,
Fortune,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Contrast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contrast. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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