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separate

[sep-uh-reyt, sep-er-it] / ˈsɛp əˌreɪt, ˈsɛp ər ɪt /






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This week, L.A. federal prosecutors were in two separate trials involving a charge of assault on a federal officer tied to immigration protests.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The strait is roughly 20 miles wide at its narrowest point and divided into lanes to separate marine traffic, forcing merchant ships to travel along predictable routes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

There are three separate yellow wind warnings across the country, with snow predicted to hit the west Highlands, Argyll and the Western Isles.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

A separate Gallup poll reported declining approval for the administration’s handling of foreign policy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

A bit deeper in, a bright green dragon mask lay on the floor in two separate pieces, split by the otherwise completely useless sword.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley