as in opposition
the quality or state of being as different as possible
the polarity of the candidates' views on the issue means that the voters have a clear choice to make
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Users adjust the polarity of the filter via a thumb wheel on the side of the ActionBox.
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 31 July 2024
Given the polarity of the parties’ platforms, there are stark differences that are seemingly set in stone.
—Ron Insana, CNBC, 27 July 2024
The polarity of these two zodiac signs (sun and moon) is fundamental, as both celestial energies are equally pivotal to our manifestation process.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 18 July 2024
This same polarity holds true for Scorpio’s experience of Leo season, as well.
—Jennifer Culp, Them, 15 July 2024
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 31 July 2024
Given the polarity of the parties’ platforms, there are stark differences that are seemingly set in stone.
—Ron Insana, CNBC, 27 July 2024
The polarity of these two zodiac signs (sun and moon) is fundamental, as both celestial energies are equally pivotal to our manifestation process.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 18 July 2024
This same polarity holds true for Scorpio’s experience of Leo season, as well.
—Jennifer Culp, Them, 15 July 2024
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“Polarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/polarity. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
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