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schism

[siz-uhm, skiz-] / ˈsɪz əm, ˈskɪz- /


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The scientists watching this schism aren’t sure why things became so belligerent.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

The schism between low-cost items and new premium ones, such as the Big Arch, helps explain what fueled Chief Executive Chris Kempczinski’s viral moment a few weeks ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

How to handle inside information is already generating a schism in the prediction-market world.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

But this time, the schism feels more permanent.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025

How have I never seen the schism inside his heart?

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth




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