differ
Meaning
To differ means to be unlike or distinct in nature, quality, or characteristics from someone or something else.
💡 A common mistake is to use "differ to" instead of "differ from."
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
morning
,
Sara
and
Tom
meet
at
the
small
caf
é
near
the
library
to
study
together
.
They
enjoy
the
same
study
routine
,
but
their
tastes
in
coffee
differ
,
as
Sara
prefers
a
strong
espresso
while
Tom
likes
a
milder
latte
.
Because
of
that
difference
,
they
often
share
sips
and
talk
about
new
caf
é
s
in
the
city
.
Sometimes
they
change
seats
to
find
a
quieter
corner
,
and
this
helps
them
concentrate
better
on
their
work
.
After
a
short
break
,
they
compare
notes
and
leave
feeling
ready
for
the
rest
of
the
day
.
Common Phrases
differ from
differ in
differ significantly
Antonyms
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