1
as in dissolution
the act or process of a whole separating into two or more parts or pieces
the separation of Norway and Sweden into two independent nations in 1905
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2
as in distinction
the state of being kept distinct
the separation of church and state is an important concept in the United States
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3
as in divergence
a movement in different directions away from a common point
a sudden separation of the herd of deer when they were startled
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as in gap
an open space in a barrier (as a wall or hedge)
the narrow separation between posts in the fence
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as in departure
the act or process of two or more persons going off in different directions
friends who dreaded the inevitable separation after graduation
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Recent Examples of separation
The pilot-in-command is responsible for maintaining safe separation from other aircraft.
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Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 19 Feb. 2025
The separation of powers embodies the essence of our Constitution.
—Steven Greenhut, Orange County Register, 16 Feb. 2025
Trossard was able to create much more separation from his full-back opponent than Sterling had been on the left flank.
—Jordan Campbell, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
Generally, employees who agree to deferred resignation are not eligible for unemployment benefits because it is considered a voluntary separation.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
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Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 19 Feb. 2025
The separation of powers embodies the essence of our Constitution.
—Steven Greenhut, Orange County Register, 16 Feb. 2025
Trossard was able to create much more separation from his full-back opponent than Sterling had been on the left flank.
—Jordan Campbell, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
Generally, employees who agree to deferred resignation are not eligible for unemployment benefits because it is considered a voluntary separation.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for separation
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And then, with the dissolution of Stewart-Haas Racing this past offseason, THR acquired one of SHR’s former four Cup charters and signed SVG to the open car.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2025
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Marsh said the faculty was promised a conversation about the dissolution of the school.—
Ikram Mohamed,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Five years ago, Robert Wallach (Bobby) had an idea that seemed radical: to revolutionize the gig economy by eliminating the distinction between employees and independent contractors.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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In the last few years, Poland’s capital city has Michelin distinctions piling up due to a food scene that’s both dynamic and design-forward.—
Lanee Lee,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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The regulatory divergence between Canada and the U.S. could also create new data privacy challenges.—
Hessie Jones,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Beyond the First World, the divergence is even starker.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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These real-user frustrations underscore the critical gap in how the new packaging fails to balance child safety with the needs of all users — particularly those who rely on hearing aids for daily use.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Communicate intentionally Taking the time to check in with your partner is one simple way to narrow the gap.—
Christina Pérez,
Vogue,
28 Feb. 2025
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McBride declined to comment on whether the White House was involved in the Tate Brothers' departure from Romania.—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Yet there’s also been a lack of leadership within the Bianconeri side, especially more so since the departure of Danilo, who fell down the pecking order under Motta at the beginning of the season.—
Emmet Gates,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Strategic shelving, drawer dividers, and specialized hangers will do more than just hold your belongings.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Feb. 2025
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Inside, a divider privacy wall with a video screen separates the flagship’s VIP passengers from the driver’s compartment.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2025
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Those have been volatile as of late, with odds of one or two quarter-point cuts coming this year evenly split, according to CME Group FedWatch data .—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
21 Feb. 2025
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In contentious splits, the truth usually lies somewhere in the middle.—
Caitlin Gunther,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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According to polling by the Bipartisan Policy Center, nearly one in four mothers have considered leaving their jobs due to a lack of accommodations or fear of discrimination during pregnancy.—
G Kirilloff,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Meta has faced various allegations of discrimination over the past decade, including lawsuits in the US regarding housing, employment and credit ads.—
Carlotta Dotto,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Separation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separation. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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