dichotomy

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Resendez noted that his group’s research also shows a dichotomy in the emotional experience of caregiving — it’s hard, but at the same time fulfilling.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

That dichotomy inspired a scene in “Stand by Me” when Gordie declares his father hates him.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025

This stark dichotomy puts Amina, stunningly sung and acted by Nadine Sierra, into high relief on stage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

There was a dichotomy, and a paradox, about Red Bull under Horner.

From BBC • Jul. 23, 2025

As soon as you add an intensifier, you’re turning an all-or-none dichotomy into a graduated scale.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker