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dichotomy

[dahy-kot-uh-mee] / daɪˈkɒt ə mi /


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But, as time went on, no one seemed to get the dichotomy of “Dawson’s” better than the show’s lead actor, James Van Der Beek.

From Los Angeles Times

Many callers are rejecting the dichotomy of Republican and Democratic labels when sharing personal political views.

From Los Angeles Times

That dichotomy inspired a scene in “Stand by Me” when Gordie declares his father hates him.

From Los Angeles Times

Stewart opted out of the burial/cremation dichotomy, saying she wanted to become compost.

From Salon

Lucy Dacus, “Forever Is a Feeling” Sensual or cerebral is a false dichotomy.

From Los Angeles Times