dichotomy

Example Sentences

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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

On top of that, all Fed officials are puzzled by the dichotomy between the weak job market and strong consumer spending.

From MarketWatch

It’s an interesting dichotomy, though: I hate a bland, under-salted butter moment, but an overly salty one can be downright inedible.

From Salon