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dichotomy

1 of 1noun
/daɪˈkɑːtəmi/
Forms:dichotomies
1

a division between two things that are represented as being entirely different

  • The novel explores the dichotomy between tradition and progress.
  • There's a clear dichotomy in public opinion on the issue.
  • Her artwork reflects the dichotomy of beauty and decay.
  • The debate revealed a dichotomy between theory and practice.
  • He struggled with the dichotomy of logic versus emotion.
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