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
Calin Van Paris, Outside Online, 6 July 2025
Most old towns are singular districts, but Tokyo’s historic streetscape survives in disparate pockets, defined by narrow, winding alleys of two-story homes and workshops that lack gardens or other buffer zones between building and street.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025
Sarah Scott, Parents, 17 July 2025
In a statement in January, Biden said the commutations were made to correct unfair sentencing disparities.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 July 2025
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Adjective
Although manufacturing and purchasing less is the most sustainable route available in terms of skincare and cosmetics, there are more brands than ever before working to better align the industry’s, at times, disparate goals.
—Calin Van Paris, Outside Online, 6 July 2025
Most old towns are singular districts, but Tokyo’s historic streetscape survives in disparate pockets, defined by narrow, winding alleys of two-story homes and workshops that lack gardens or other buffer zones between building and street.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025
Noun
These participants were from neighborhoods with the highest level of health disparities and were more likely to be exposed to PFAS.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 17 July 2025
In a statement in January, Biden said the commutations were made to correct unfair sentencing disparities.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disparate
Adjective
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The Iranian diaspora is extraordinarily diverse, and political and generational outlooks often transcend religious lines.—
Dan Bilefsky,
HollywoodReporter,
25 July 2025
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But with over 200 wineries, the Old North State is steadily transforming into one of the country’s most exciting and diverse wine states.—
Claire Volkman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Temperature can many times mark the difference between success and failure to keep some of the more difficult species of houseplants.—
Dr. Matthew Lisy,
Hartford Courant,
2 Aug. 2025
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Now, Lisa sees a difference between people who found creative and safe ways to maintain connection no matter the odds during the pandemic, and those who resigned themselves to solitude.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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And in a different carousel of photos, which Justin shared on Friday, the singer once again cozied up to his wife, wrapping his arms around her in what appeared to be candid shots.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
27 July 2025
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The Enquirer tried to contact ICE spokespeople via two different emails, separately contacted the Detroit field office, and requested any reports related to the alleged prank.—
Victoria Moorwood,
The Enquirer,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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Quantum Computing’s Emerging Capabilities and Threats Quantum computing works by harnessing the distinctive properties of atoms and subatomic particles.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Often mistaken for king snakes or milk snakes, coral snakes display distinctive red, yellow, and black rings encircling their bodies.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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While following very distinct paths through the industry, Lee, Yang and Ng have each devoted their careers to improving the prominence of Asian storytelling on the world stage.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
29 July 2025
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Tyr was a god of war, similar—though distinct—to Mars in Roman mythology.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
Noun
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She’s unfazed by the lack of diversity at many of these tourneys.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Foodies everywhere flock to Houston Restaurant Weeks, a month-long celebration of this city’s diversity, which is well-reflected in the food.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In contrast, the Cincinnati area is aging more quickly and struggling to draw in younger workers — a trend that, according to the chamber's report, could hinder the region’s ability to compete with other metros in business growth, infrastructure development, and innovation.—
Randy Tucker,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
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In contrast, the E1’s network fabric allows any arbitrary path a program could ask for.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Qureshi draws a distinction between having a purpose and having a goal.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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The center, just off the 5 freeway on Culver Drive, now has the unique distinction of offering two Japanese grocery stores: Mitsuwa and Tokyo Central.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
28 July 2025
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“Disparate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disparate. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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