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as in variety
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
the diversity of plant life on that tropical island is staggering
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as in distinctiveness
the quality or state of being different
there's considerable diversity in the platforms for the two major parties
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Recent Examples of diversity
In recent years, customers have also challenged Target over its responses to controversial issues, from diversity, equity and inclusiveness initiatives to the recent turmoil in Minneapolis.
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Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
But unions and other trade groups have warned that further consolidation in the industry could result in job losses and less diversity in content — with particularly negative consequences for filmmaking.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Values of inclusivity, values of diversity and kindness.
—Kevin Baxter Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Europe’s diversity is what drives a never-ending fascination with the continent.
—Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
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Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
But unions and other trade groups have warned that further consolidation in the industry could result in job losses and less diversity in content — with particularly negative consequences for filmmaking.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
Values of inclusivity, values of diversity and kindness.
—Kevin Baxter Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Europe’s diversity is what drives a never-ending fascination with the continent.
—Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversity
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What’s more, embroidered bedding is versatile for a variety of bedroom styles.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
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Short grain Arborio rice (the same variety used for risotto) is the ideal rice for this pudding because the grains are short and starchy; as the rice cooks, the starch transforms the milk and water into a thick, rich sauce.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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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
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That difference — that scissor that is happening in the sled — is what gives you steering.—
Jayson Jenks,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Minneapolis police chief says the difference between their policies on dealing with protesters and what federal officers have been doing is immediately clear.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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The figures are an addition to the New York Fed’s economic heterogeneity indicators, a series of data sets intended to track variations in the economy by geographic region and demographic and income groups.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Constructing a detailed overview of the Arctic has always been difficult because of its vast size, often impossible working conditions and the heterogeneity of its landscapes.—
Lara Williams,
Twin Cities,
22 Jan. 2026
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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
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The first is a long-term commitment to preserving both collections and the multiplicity of stories attached to them.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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That leaves a multiplicity of other candidates to consider.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Internally, Costco has kept a formal diversity office and program in place, even as management remains predominantly white—a contrast the company acknowledges while pledging to keep pushing toward its DEI goals.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
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This, in stark contrast to a time when most designers developed each body part as a separate element of a traditional three-box design.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026
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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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“Diversity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diversity. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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