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divisiveness

[dih-vahy-siv-nis] / dɪˈvaɪ sɪv nɪs /




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In an era when divisiveness reigns and everything seems to be designed to keep us at each other’s throats, Byrd makes camaraderie look as simple as it is.

From Salon Jul. 10, 2026

Sweeney told People Magazine earlier this month she was "against hate and divisiveness" and had been surprised by reaction to the campaign.

From BBC Dec. 25, 2025

I don’t see Carol as representing arguing for anger and divisiveness.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 24, 2025

Like Madonna, John said he is “grateful we can move forward” amid a time of divisiveness that he said has left him feeling “distressed.”

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 8, 2025

They continued celebrating in a festive spirit and singing that the people united would never be defeated—even though each time they sang, it sounded more out of tune because divisiveness and hatred were inexorably growing.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende




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