differs

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VERB

be dissimilar, distinct

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alter conflict with contradict contrast disagree diverge modify vary

STRONG

digress diversify qualify reverse turn

WEAK

be distinguished from be off the beaten path be unlike bear no resemblance clash with depart from deviate from divaricate from jar with lack resemblance not conform not look like run counter to show contrast sing a different tune stand apart take exception

Antonyms

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accept agree coincide concur remain

WEAK

be same conform consent harmonize

VERB

clash; hold opposing views

Synonyms

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disagree dissent divide quarrel squabble vary

STRONG

bicker contend debate demur disaccord discord dispute fight jar object oppose war

WEAK

bump heads discept go after each other go at it hit a clinker hit a sour note lock horns protest against take issue

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agree concur consent

STRONG

accept give in go along make peace support surrender

WEAK

be same conform harmonize

Example Sentences

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differs

Avoiding future hires differs from laying off existing employees.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 28, 2026

Its color differs from the surrounding terrain, and its rock layers are tilted in an unexpected direction.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026

"Nor should we suggest that someone belongs any less, because their religious practice differs from that of others."

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

Mr. Hyden reminds us that a band’s reputation differs from generation to generation.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

To see how their experience overlaps with my own and how it differs.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

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