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as in dividing
to set or force apart
we tried to separate the gluey pages, but they were stuck tight
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2
as in parting
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 classifying
to arrange or assign according to type
separate the students by reading ability
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as in isolating
to set or keep apart from others
separated the injured calf from the herd
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as in differentiating
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 separating
But his explanation for separating the brands at the time summed up the internal situation well.
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Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
Nonetheless, Harris has begun the challenging and nuanced task of separating herself from the current anti-crypto policies in favor of a pro-digital asset and blockchain stance in alignment with her Opportunity Economy policies to bolster the middle and working classes.
—Tonya Evans, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Think of it like a wall separating two hallways that lead to side-by-side rooms.
—Gwen Rockwood The Rockwood Files, arkansasonline.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Rubin emphasizes the importance of separating the FDA’s guidance between systemic and local estrogen treatments, citing the varying levels of risk associated with different forms of hormone use.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2024
Teen then gets thrown through the glass pane separating the sound booth from the main chamber of the house after the witches freak out about the generational curse that is threatening them.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
Panama is a 480-mile-long strip of land, known as the isthmus, that extends from Costa Rica to Colombia, separating the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
In other words, the section of the Falcon 9 rocket that propelled the first part of the flight misfired after separating from the craft.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Oct. 2024
Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
Nonetheless, Harris has begun the challenging and nuanced task of separating herself from the current anti-crypto policies in favor of a pro-digital asset and blockchain stance in alignment with her Opportunity Economy policies to bolster the middle and working classes.
—Tonya Evans, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Think of it like a wall separating two hallways that lead to side-by-side rooms.
—Gwen Rockwood The Rockwood Files, arkansasonline.com, 3 Oct. 2024
Rubin emphasizes the importance of separating the FDA’s guidance between systemic and local estrogen treatments, citing the varying levels of risk associated with different forms of hormone use.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2024
Teen then gets thrown through the glass pane separating the sound booth from the main chamber of the house after the witches freak out about the generational curse that is threatening them.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
Panama is a 480-mile-long strip of land, known as the isthmus, that extends from Costa Rica to Colombia, separating the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
In other words, the section of the Falcon 9 rocket that propelled the first part of the flight misfired after separating from the craft.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for separating
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One way of classifying AI techniques is on a continuum of how these techniques are designed and operate.Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
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The hurricane notched sustained wind speeds of 180 mph Monday, classifying it for a time as a Category 5 storm—the highest distinction possible.Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Due to a loophole in federal law, these types of compressed air guns, shooting small projectiles made of metal, are allowed to look completely realistic without any differentiating marks.Cait Bladt, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
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The latest innovation in artificial intelligence has made podcasting easier, but made differentiating between humans and artificial intelligence harder.Abby Wilson, theweek, 1 Oct. 2024
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By integrating financial services, companies can offer a more holistic experience, distinguishing themselves from competitors.Zareef Hamid, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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One key distinguishing factor is the presence of a fever.Katia Hetter, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
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If using a fountain pen or retreating to a mountain house can make the cognitive load of producing text even somewhat more bearable, writers will consider it.Cal Newport, The New Yorker, 3 Oct. 2024
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If Tehran opts not to retaliate, though, Iran will look weak and appear to be retreating from Israel.Dan De Luce, NBC News, 30 Sep. 2024
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The state suspended her license because of a failure to meet standards of care while treating Covid patients and spreading vaccine misinformation; Children’s Health Defense livestreamed the proceedings.Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Social media spreading misinformation only exacerbates the confusion on what filler can and can’t do.Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
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Under that scenario, MLB would be in charge of producing and distributing local teams.Brad Adgate, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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What may be bothering California’s lawmakers is that the means for making and distributing forms of political propaganda are being democratized.The Editors, National Review, 4 Oct. 2024
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Witnesses told investigators that Thomas was seen hours later struggling to drag something wrapped in a blue tarp down the apartment building stairs before placing the tarp in Abraham’s car, according to the affidavit.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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In California, for example, placing an infant in a private child-care center cost an average of $19,547 per year in 2021, according to the nonprofit Child Care Aware.Jenny Gold, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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In addition, Google will begin sorting search results into scrollable lists of suggestions tailored to the user’s query and account history.Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2024
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Make bathtime fun with this adorable swimming octopus on sale for just $8 or a sorting farmhouse from Melissa & Doug to take along on play dates.Laura Lu, Parents, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Separating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separating. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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