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as in divides
to set or force apart
we tried to separate the gluey pages, but they were stuck tight
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as in parts
to go or move in different directions from a central point
the searchers separated in order to cover more ground
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as in classifies
to arrange or assign according to type
separate the students by reading ability
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as in isolates
to set or keep apart from others
separated the injured calf from the herd
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as in differentiates
to understand or point out the difference in
trying to separate science from religion on one specific point
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Recent Examples of separates
Building a lexicon around shame creates an easy dichotomy − one that separates foods, and our desire for them, into good and bad, sinful and pure, moral and amoral.
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Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
But what really separates the most impactful individuals from the rest is the ability to recognize the things that could wait, but shouldn’t.
—Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Lady of the Modern Manor Sleek, black leather separates leave punk and enter Parisian territory when paired with another bow blouse.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
Ballistic missiles’ trajectories carry them outside or near the limits of Earth’s atmosphere, before the warhead payload separates from the rocket that carried it aloft and plunges back into the atmosphere and onto its target.
—Gianluca Mezzofiore, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
Macaron Shades The look here is a mix of light, ethereal separates beneath a heavy plaid coat.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
An eat-in island separates the kitchen from a dining area that can seat up to 10 people.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
But what really separates the most impactful individuals from the rest is the ability to recognize the things that could wait, but shouldn’t.
—Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Lady of the Modern Manor Sleek, black leather separates leave punk and enter Parisian territory when paired with another bow blouse.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
Ballistic missiles’ trajectories carry them outside or near the limits of Earth’s atmosphere, before the warhead payload separates from the rocket that carried it aloft and plunges back into the atmosphere and onto its target.
—Gianluca Mezzofiore, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
Macaron Shades The look here is a mix of light, ethereal separates beneath a heavy plaid coat.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
An eat-in island separates the kitchen from a dining area that can seat up to 10 people.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
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The Environmental Protection Agency actually classifies capsaicin as a biochemical pesticide and animal repellant.Amiah Taylor, Discover Magazine, 13 Nov. 2024
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Furthermore, the company rolled back rules on COVID-19 misinformation and no longer classifies misgendering or deadnaming as hate speech, complicating the enforcement metrics.Anisha Sircar, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Stover’s dedication to offering an all-encompassing approach to artist management distinguishes MTS from its competitors.SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 1 Oct. 2024
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Another factor that distinguishes Artisan from other companies in the crowded market is its ambitious vision—to build a generational company.Dasha Shunina, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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This exfoliating treatment basically removes all of the grime blocking your armpit hairs, allowing for an easier grow-out process and, therefore, minimal ingrown hairs.Sarah Madaus, Allure, 4 Oct. 2024
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Using a banana peel to wipe leaves not only removes dust, but the oils in the peel also lend a bit of polish to leaves, giving them a bit of extra shine.Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2024
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The Vietnam arm also distributes both Vietnamese and international films, including titles from Warner Bros, Universal and Paramount.Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2024
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The fund distributes funds to service organizations that help with disaster response and recovery.Gabriella Rudy, NBC News, 2 Oct. 2024
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The government now categorizes the Gulenists as a terrorist organization, called FETO.Jessie Yeung, CNN, 21 Oct. 2024
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The app provides real-time notifications to keep you aware of your productivity levels and categorizes activities to identify areas for improvement.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Separates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separates. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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