deviances

Definition of deviancesnext
plural of deviance

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deviations
Noun
  • By improving their algorithms and collecting more data, the team hopes to improve their measurements and possibly uncover deviations from existing theories.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 28 Mar. 2026
  • To anyone following the MAHA movement and the activities of the surgeon general nominee, Casey Means, these deviations will not be surprising.
    Christopher Duggan, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
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“Deviances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deviances. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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