1
as in dissolutions
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
the separation of Norway and Sweden into two independent nations in 1905
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2
as in divergencies
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a sudden separation of the herd of deer when they were startled
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as in gaps
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
the narrow separation between posts in the fence
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as in farewells
the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions
friends who dreaded the inevitable separation after graduation
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as in dividers
something that divides, separates, or marks off
a filing cabinet with lots of adjustable separations
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Recent Examples of separations
Many movies and shows are now overlapping between both, but there are still some separations.
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K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
During the 43 day shutdown last fall, TSA experienced a 25% increase in officer separations compared to that same time the year before, TSA Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill said during a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing in which lawmakers addressed the impacts of the shutdown.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
ProPublica followed multiple families through their sudden separations — examining the moment itself and its aftermath — and found a wide variety of outcomes for the children.
—Jeff Ernsthausen, ProPublica, 23 Mar. 2026
The six separations can be taken to include three sets of prohibitions.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
Wisconsin had the second-highest number of total job separations in the country in December.
—Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 2 Mar. 2026
In the city proper, the agency’s Enforcement and Removal Operations division maintains a field office at 26 Federal Plaza — the scene of brutal separations, mass protests, and secret detention cells.
—Brendan O'Connor, Curbed, 24 Feb. 2026
McChrystal says the separations are a mistake and are affecting mission readiness -- one of the very values that Hegseth claims as a priority for his Department of War, amid several simmering global conflicts.
—Lauren Hodges, NPR, 21 Feb. 2026
Most separations would take place April 12, the first document said.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
During the 43 day shutdown last fall, TSA experienced a 25% increase in officer separations compared to that same time the year before, TSA Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill said during a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing in which lawmakers addressed the impacts of the shutdown.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
ProPublica followed multiple families through their sudden separations — examining the moment itself and its aftermath — and found a wide variety of outcomes for the children.
—Jeff Ernsthausen, ProPublica, 23 Mar. 2026
The six separations can be taken to include three sets of prohibitions.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
Wisconsin had the second-highest number of total job separations in the country in December.
—Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 2 Mar. 2026
In the city proper, the agency’s Enforcement and Removal Operations division maintains a field office at 26 Federal Plaza — the scene of brutal separations, mass protests, and secret detention cells.
—Brendan O'Connor, Curbed, 24 Feb. 2026
McChrystal says the separations are a mistake and are affecting mission readiness -- one of the very values that Hegseth claims as a priority for his Department of War, amid several simmering global conflicts.
—Lauren Hodges, NPR, 21 Feb. 2026
Most separations would take place April 12, the first document said.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for separations
Noun
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There could be more dissolutions and consolidations in the future.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2026
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The drama that sometimes follows their dissolutions speaks to a broader uncertainty in the air about how gay couples should be.—
Paul McAdory,
Them.,
9 Dec. 2025
Noun
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And in South Florida groups have stepped in to support migrants navigating complicated immigration processes, from deportation to self-deportation, often filling gaps left by government systems.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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Experts have also said America’s broader retirement system earns just a C-plus grade, with persistent gaps in coverage, savings adequacy, and longevity protection.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Fond farewells to Sugar the Surfing Dog Huntington Beach, California, was in mourning for Sugar the Surfing Dog, the first dog to be inducted into the Surfers’ Hall of Fame.—
Robert Abitbol,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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When the final farewells drew to a close in 1947, visitors naturally decreased, and in their wake, wildlife flourished.—
Rosie Conroy,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Use small containers or drawer dividers to organize items such as bobby pins, hair ties, and clips.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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Keep pocketbooks in order with these acrylic purse dividers, and store off-season clothes in these under-bed containers with wheels.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2026
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Many polls show dramatic splits in sentiment based on political leanings, but not this one.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
1 Apr. 2026
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Evan Carter will not start on opening day, replaced in the lineup by Sam Haggerty, who has tremendous splits against lefties.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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These divergences have only occurred twice, in 1990 after Iraq invaded Kuwait and 2000 when the dot-com bubble burst, and the broad market has struggled afterward.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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Unlike its predecessor, the dining room is larger and chef Nick Curtola’s menu mostly sticks to Italian, with plenty of funky divergences.—
Andrea Strong,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Feb. 2026
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Korda took the season opener that was cut to 54 holes because of extreme cold and wind in Florida, while Kim won last week at Sharon Heights.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Make no mistake, as healthy top-to-bottom as Denver is, there are still a few notable holes on this roster.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
28 Mar. 2026
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Together, the potential departures of two of Kansas City’s most experienced lawmakers — one on his own terms, one forced — could play a role in shaping the city’s future and diminish its ability to secure local priorities at the federal level.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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For example, while there are many reasons behind new immigration flows, an underlying driver of departures – from Africa and the Middle East in particular – is a lack of opportunity at home and the promise of better opportunities abroad for this burgeoning population.—
John Rennie Short,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Separations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separations. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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