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differ
[dif-er]
verb (used without object)
to be unlike, dissimilar, or distinct in nature or qualities (often followed byfrom ).
The two writers differ greatly in their perceptions of the world. Each writer's style differs from that of another.
to disagree in opinion, belief, etc.; be at variance; disagree (often followed by with orfrom ).
His business partner always differs with him.
Obsolete.to dispute; quarrel.
differ
/ ˈɪə /
verb
(often foll by from) to be dissimilar in quality, nature, or degree (to); vary (from)
to be at variance (with); disagree (with)
dialectto quarrel or dispute
to end an argument amicably while maintaining differences of opinion
Other 51Թ Forms
- undiffering adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of differ1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
Can you explain how your model differs from those, and what some of the problems are that your model avoids?
They will have taken note of the differing fates of leaders in Libya and North Korea.
In the show, Mensah struggles with anxiety in a few vulnerable moments, which differs from her portrayal on the page.
A significant portion of that prize money will go to teams just for showing up, with the amount differing by confederation.
Though their tactics differ in scale — the U.S. is not massacring immigrants and bombing their neighborhoods — they share the goal of eliminating a population.
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