as in difference
a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal amounts
They discussed the problem of inequality between students. He accused the company of inequality in its hiring practices.
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Recent Examples of inequality
In a November 2020 video for The Uninterrupted, Jaylen credited her for teaching him to do his research, question inequality and take action.
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Nasha Smith, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
In a city where deep inequalities are on stark display, many of Bangkok’s construction workers hail from poorer parts of Thailand, especially its less wealthy northeast, as well as from neighboring Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar.
—Will Ripley, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2025
Climate shocks, conflict, deepening inequality, and shrinking aid flows have derailed progress, while fragmented governance and political short-termism have left the global food system dangerously exposed.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Addressing Urgent Needs in Rural Morocco Many Moroccan communities—especially in rural areas—grapple with poverty, limited access to water and education and gender inequality.
—Jane Hanson, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Nasha Smith, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
In a city where deep inequalities are on stark display, many of Bangkok’s construction workers hail from poorer parts of Thailand, especially its less wealthy northeast, as well as from neighboring Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar.
—Will Ripley, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2025
Climate shocks, conflict, deepening inequality, and shrinking aid flows have derailed progress, while fragmented governance and political short-termism have left the global food system dangerously exposed.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Addressing Urgent Needs in Rural Morocco Many Moroccan communities—especially in rural areas—grapple with poverty, limited access to water and education and gender inequality.
—Jane Hanson, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inequality
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What’s the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?—
Erika Owen,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2025
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Years of co-parenting drama were finally addressed between the two men who serve as father-figures in the 16-year-old's life 1 Comments Taylor McKinney and Ryan Edwards have worked past their differences.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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On April 11th, the Trump Administration sent a letter to Harvard University demanding an end to its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in hiring, admissions, and programs.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The findings support the need for scientists to incorporate more diversity when crafting linguistic models, says Jixing Li, a linguist at City University Hong Kong, who was not involved in the new study.—
Gayoung Lee,
Scientific American,
14 Apr. 2025
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Resistant to technology that can read credit card information from a distance, the new Nordstrom arrival is more than just a safety measure.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Free parking is available on-site on a first come, first serve basis, and street parking is also available within walking distance.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Seoul has disputed that imbalance.—
Seema Mody,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2025
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Repetitive movements — such as swinging a baseball bat or golf club, throwing a ball or lifting weights without functional thoracic mobility — can create imbalances that limit rotation and increase injury risk.—
Dana Santas,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2025
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This divergence means a stablecoin deemed compliant in Singapore might not meet requirements in Japan, let alone the United States or Europe.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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However, recession fears alone can’t explain the broader divergence between munis and other types of bonds.—
Jesse Pound,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2025
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This is the classic day for disagreements with anyone in a position of authority.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2025
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Gregg Ward, executive director at The Center for Respectful Leadership, said that while disagreements between neighbors are common, starting a war is never a good idea.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Apr. 2025
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There are reasons for such disparities, beyond club bias or exchange rates, with value and price often being conflated.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Without these, those who secure early access to advanced AI tools will dominate the market, reinforcing disparities rather than leveling the playing field.—
Sam Sammane,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The club said a meeting would be held with fans but even that caused friction, with more letters and messages being published to ensure that was held.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Even with the friction that had festered more than ever this season, this was an extraordinary stance to take.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Inequality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inequality. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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