divide
Meaning
A divide refers to a significant difference or gap between two groups, ideas, or situations, often leading to conflict or misunderstanding.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "divide" as a noun with its verb form, which means to separate or split.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
During
the
town
meeting
,
people
discussed
a
new
park
project
and
the
issues
became
clear
.
There
was
a
real
divide
between
residents
who
wanted
more
parking
and
those
who
preferred
green
space
.
The
mayor
listened
carefully
and
asked
for
suggestions
,
hoping
to
find
a
compromise
.
By
the
end
of
the
meeting
,
the
group
agreed
to
form
a
small
committee
to
study
options
and
report
back
.
Common Phrases
wealth divide
digital divide
cultural divide
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