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differing

v. · adj.
US //ˈdɪfɝɪŋ// UK //dˈɪfəɹɪŋ// dif·fer·ing
  1. 1 being different (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of being unlike something else in nature, quality, or form.

    the present participle of the intransitive verb 'differ', indicating a state of being dissimilar or distinct in character.

    Example

    The two brothers are always differing in their opinions about politics.

    Example

    The results of the two studies are constantly differing, which suggests that the initial variables were not properly controlled.
  2. 2 unlike or dissimilar (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Formal

    used to describe two or more things that are not the same as each other.

    functioning as an attributive adjective to describe entities that possess distinct or non-identical characteristics.

    Example

    The committee listened to several differing views before making a final decision.

    Example

    The researchers struggled to reconcile the differing interpretations of the data provided by the various regional departments.
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  1. 3 disagreeing (v.)
    C1 Advanced Formal

    the act of having a different opinion from someone else.

    the present participle of 'differ', specifically referring to the state of being at variance or in disagreement with another party.

    Example

    They found themselves differing on almost every point of the new contract.

    Example

    While the board members were differing on the specific allocation of funds, they all agreed on the project's ultimate necessity.

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