differ
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Biological aging can differ significantly from one person to another depending on factors such as health, lifestyle, and the body's ability to recover from stress and disease.
From Science Daily • May 12, 2026
The two races differ — Thompson, for instance, has received endorsements from young-voter groups, such as the Sacramento County Young Democrats, and at 75, is younger than Matsui, 81.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Entitled “Winning the Loser’s Game,” the book described two types of contests — winner’s games and loser’s games — that differ according to whether risk-taking is necessary to win.
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
"Yes, we differ on things, but I think we have a common interest to provide the best thing for Exeter," he said.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
In either sense, differ may be used alone.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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