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differ

[dif-er] / ˈdɪf ər /




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Planets appear to be abundant, and most likely have environments that differ dramatically from Earth's.

From Science Daily • Jun. 24, 2026

The contracts differ slightly from those offered by platforms like Kalshi or Polymarket, which list futures contracts, not options.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

"I met with my China counterpart in November of last year. Because there are areas where our views differ, I conveyed my desire that we continue engaging in dialogue," Koizumi said.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

Defendants in the United States can be tried at both the state and federal level for the same crime, although the charges tend to differ.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

The reports differ in detail, but always repeat the theme of death to wildlife in the wake of pesticides.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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