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differs

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

STRONGEST

accept agree coincide concur remain

WEAK

be same conform consent harmonize

VERB

clash; hold opposing views

Synonyms

STRONGEST

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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However, neither grapples with what kind of existence that implies, or how space-time differs from a map of events.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

But this race differs in a few key ways, experts say.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Customers frequently switch between apps chasing discounts because the experience differs little across platforms, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

There has been considerable anticipation around whether he can chart a policy course that differs from the president’s wishes ahead of crucial midterm elections in November.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Family structure, too, differs increasingly along class lines.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times