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as in dissolutions
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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as in divergencies
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 gaps
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 farewells
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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as in dividers
something that divides, separates, or marks off
a filing cabinet with lots of adjustable separations
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Recent Examples of separations
However, those reports give few details about the reasons for the separations, especially in cases where parents have been flagged for national security reasons.
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Mica Rosenberg, ProPublica, 12 Dec. 2024
Advocates do not disagree that sometimes separations are warranted, said Lee Gelernt, an ACLU attorney and the lead lawyer in the family separation lawsuit.
—Mica Rosenberg, ProPublica, 12 Dec. 2024
Those officials who did speak about the separations did so on the condition they not be identified.
—Mica Rosenberg, ProPublica, 12 Dec. 2024
Homan is an early proponent of family separations.
—Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 8 Dec. 2024
In recent months, Fox, Nexstar, Warner, Paramount, NBCUniversal and Netflix have all parted ways or announced separations with some of their most experienced ad-sales executives — and in some cases unveiled new structures in a bid to streamline relationships with key media buyers and clients.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Others are preparing for potential family separations.
—Gabriel Sandoval, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
So those unfortunate separations don't end up fragmenting the family.
—Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 7 Oct. 2024
The separations would help eliminate hazards, improve traffic flow and eliminate the train horn in the neighborhood.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
Mica Rosenberg, ProPublica, 12 Dec. 2024
Advocates do not disagree that sometimes separations are warranted, said Lee Gelernt, an ACLU attorney and the lead lawyer in the family separation lawsuit.
—Mica Rosenberg, ProPublica, 12 Dec. 2024
Those officials who did speak about the separations did so on the condition they not be identified.
—Mica Rosenberg, ProPublica, 12 Dec. 2024
Homan is an early proponent of family separations.
—Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 8 Dec. 2024
In recent months, Fox, Nexstar, Warner, Paramount, NBCUniversal and Netflix have all parted ways or announced separations with some of their most experienced ad-sales executives — and in some cases unveiled new structures in a bid to streamline relationships with key media buyers and clients.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Others are preparing for potential family separations.
—Gabriel Sandoval, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
So those unfortunate separations don't end up fragmenting the family.
—Danielle Wallace, Fox News, 7 Oct. 2024
The separations would help eliminate hazards, improve traffic flow and eliminate the train horn in the neighborhood.
—Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for separations
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The agency is aiming to maintain a consistent flight cadence, while reducing gaps between missions and incorporating lessons learned.Andrew Jones, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Research shows that persistent medication coverage—staying on the treatment without significant gaps—is crucial for achieving meaningful weight loss.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Closet bins and drawer separators Placing like-items in matching bins and creating compartments in drawers with dividers can help to cut down on visual clutter and achieve a cohesive look.Christina Pérez, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
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The company sells decorations that can be snapped onto to the bags, as well as attachments like dividers, pockets and a cupholder add-on strong enough to carry the viral Stanley Quencher.Nicolas Vega,Raffi Paul, CNBC, 14 Dec. 2024
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The college football offseason is replete with daily news of potential roster departures and additions.Christopher Kamrani, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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The Royals currently have potential bench spots available after the departures of Frazier, Garrett Hampson, Paul DeJong, Tommy Pham and Yuli Gurriel in free agency.Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2025
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The 6-1, 172-pound cornerback started all 12 games for Washington State last season, leading the Cougars with four interceptions and eight pass breakups along with recording 32 tackles.Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Jan. 2025
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Mack earned his ninth career Pro Bowl selection with six sacks, 15 quarterback hits, six tackles for loss and nine pass breakups.Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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Using kitchen twine, tie head at 1-inch intervals.Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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Taking place 27 years before Stephen King’s original novel (because Pennywise only shows up in 27-year intervals), the show will explore the town’s first sightings and experiences with the dancing clown.Lucy Ford, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
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In a statement from the airlines translated by the Times, the company said Friday regular flights to eight Russian cities had been suspended.Angel Saunders, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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In July, a cybersecurity company accidentally introduced a single software bug that canceled or delayed tens of thousands of flights and trains, halted surgeries, and blacked out television broadcasts around the world.The Atlantic Science Desk, The Atlantic, 28 Dec. 2024
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Critics argue that these measures only deepen Mayotte’s divisions without addressing the root causes of migration.Sam Mednick and Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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This year was filled with political divisions, protests, quiet moments in everyday life and the Longhorns' first season in the SEC.Austin American-Statesman, Austin American-Statesman, 23 Dec. 2024
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Image In some places, the border is marked with concrete barriers manned by Russians in fatigues.Andrew Higgins, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
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Racial barriers were strictly enforced.Bill Flanagan, CBS News, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Separations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/separations. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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