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differing

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈdɪfɝɪŋ// UK //dˈɪfəɹɪŋ// dif·fer·ing Formal

v. being unlike each other or having different qualities. You use this to describe things that are not the same.

v. dissimilar in nature, quality, or form; showing a marked variation from one another.


SIMPLE

The two scientists reached differing conclusions from the same data.

CONTEXTUAL

Despite their differing opinions on the budget, the committee members agreed on the final project goals.

COMPLEX

The success of the merger was hindered by the differing corporate cultures and management styles of the two formerly independent firms.

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Typically used before a noun to describe a variety of views, results, or characteristics.

Pitfall

They have differing from each other.They differ from each other.Learners often confuse the adjective 'differing' with the verb 'differ'. Use 'differing' to describe a noun, not as the main action.

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