differs

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be dissimilar, distinct v.
clash; hold opposing views v.

VERB

be dissimilar, distinct

Synonyms

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alter conflict with contradict contrast disagree diverge modify vary

STRONG

digress diversify qualify reverse turn

WEAK

be distinguished from be off the beaten path be unlike bear no resemblance clash with depart from deviate from divaricate from jar with lack resemblance not conform not look like run counter to show contrast sing a different tune stand apart take exception

Antonyms

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accept agree coincide concur remain

WEAK

be same conform consent harmonize

VERB

clash; hold opposing views

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disagree dissent divide quarrel squabble vary

STRONG

bicker contend debate demur disaccord discord dispute fight jar object oppose war

WEAK

bump heads discept go after each other go at it hit a clinker hit a sour note lock horns protest against take issue

Antonyms

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agree concur consent

STRONG

accept give in go along make peace support surrender

WEAK

be same conform harmonize

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differs

Which three players converge differs throughout the game and the players are given a level of personal responsibility to interpret the match during it.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026

While European liquidity broadly follows American trends, there is one sphere in which the liquidity cycle differs markedly: China, which is also travelling in the opposite direction, according to Howell.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026

Hunnam is conscious that his turn in “Monster” differs from the men audiences have come to expect from him in shows like “Sons of Anarchy.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026

Here’s how the Qatari jet differs from older Air Force Ones in service.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026

Classic style also differs subtly from plain style, where everything is in full view and the reader needs no help in seeing anything.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker