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divisiveness

[dih-vahy-siv-nis] / dɪˈvaɪ sɪv nɪs /




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In an era when divisiveness reigns and everything seems to be designed to keep us at each other’s throats, Byrd makes camaraderie look as simple as it is.

From Salon Jul. 10, 2026

I don’t see Carol as representing arguing for anger and divisiveness.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 24, 2025

“We need to put aside divisiveness and focus on the real issues facing us today.”

From Slate Jan. 24, 2025

It remains a story of understanding and togetherness despite social power structures that depend on fear and divisiveness.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 19, 2024

The divisiveness among scientific disciplines, especially between the basic sciences and the applied science of medicine, was then fostered deliberately by medical schools.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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