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difference of opinion

NOUN
conflict over something important
Synonyms
STRONGEST
disagreement dissension dissent friction
WEAK
altercation argument bone of contention conflict debate dispute irreconcilable difference run-in strife
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agreement approval authorization concurrence harmony peace ratification

Example Sentences

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And a difference of opinion is as much an opportunity once you walk through the initial discomfort.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Reiner saw tragedy and sadness in the death of Kirk because he was able to empathize with the loss of life, no matter the difference of opinion.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025

Paul remembers a difference of opinion with the royal couple about the look.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2025

Duke this year asks applicants to describe a time when they had a difference of opinion with someone they care about, and what they learned from it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025

So Cara said, “Neither. And I’m not in trouble. The newspaper’s not even in trouble, really. It’s just a difference of opinion about what should go into a newspaper made at a school.”

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements