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differing
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Library
I studied the points wherein we differed in appearance. +1
general
différer
Le narrateur étudie les façons dont son apparence diffère de celle de Baudru.
The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar
"The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar" by Maurice Leblanc is a collection of stories published in 1907. This debut collection introduces the charming and cunning Arsène Lupin, a master thief who outsmarts police and high society alike. Through nine tales of daring heists, clever disguises, and audacious escapes, Lupin proves himself an unmatched criminal genius. From shipboard robberies to prison breaks, he taunts authorities—including a famous English detective—while stealing priceless treasures with impeccable style and wit.
Lighthouse operations in Scotland differed essentially in character from those in England.
maritime
être de nature essentiellement différente de
S’emploie pour dire que deux choses sont substantiellement différentes par nature.
Records of a Family of Engineers
"Records of a Family of Engineers" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the lineage of the Stevenson family, particularly focusing on their contributions as engineers and their experiences across generations in Scotland, intertwining personal anecdotes with broader historical narratives. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the Stevenson family tree, tracing their surname's evolution and historical context from the 13th century onward. It reveals a lineage that has faced both successes and tragedies, with a particular focus on the early lives of James Stevenson, his brother Hugh, and their heir, Robert Stevenson. The text sketches their aspirations, marriages, and struggles, ultimately painting a portrait of a family deeply rooted in the engineering profession, set against the backdrop of the rugged Scottish landscape and societal changes of their time. This initial section not only captures the essence of their individual experiences but sets the stage for further exploration of the family's lasting impact on engineering.
She could now explain why two totals might differ and why a number needed a year, a unit and a definition.
statistics
différer
être différent
Ici, deux totaux publiés peuvent être différents parce qu’ils utilisent des années, des unités ou des définitions différentes.
One Chart, Two Different Totals
A complete original case with dialogue, evidence and a bounded outcome.
She could now explain why two totals might differ and why a number needed a year, a unit and a definition.
statistics
deux totaux pourraient différer
Une manière prudente de dire que deux totaux calculés ou communiqués pourraient ne pas être identiques.
One Chart, Two Different Totals
A complete original case with dialogue, evidence and a bounded outcome.
the body responsible can differ on major roads
government
varier
différer
L’autorité responsable peut varier selon que la route est une route principale.
Closed on the Screen, Dark on the Street
A complete original case with dialogue, evidence and a bounded outcome.
The group could say that the mapped category differed between 2012 and 2022.
geography
différer
être différent
La catégorie indiquée sur la carte était différente en 2012 et en 2022, mais les cartes ne permettent pas d’établir exactement quand elle a changé.
What Changed Beside the River?
Residents compare two original dated land-use maps of a fictional town and separate measured change from speculation about causes.
The group could say that the mapped category differed between 2012 and 2022.
geography
être différent entre
Être différent à deux moments ; ici, la catégorie cartographiée n’était pas la même au cours des deux années.
What Changed Beside the River?
Residents compare two original dated land-use maps of a fictional town and separate measured change from speculation about causes.
Their lunch periods differ by five minutes, while their morning breaks are the same length.
education
avoir cinq minutes d’écart
Avoir un décalage de cinq minutes.
Two Tuesdays, Not Two Countries
Two students compare a specific school day and discover why travel, timetable details and personal preferences matter more than national labels.
If guest suitability or label instructions differ from this case, the plan needs checking again.
general
différer de
Le plan devrait être révisé si les besoins de l’invité ou les indications de l’étiquette sont différents de ce qui est décrit ici.
Pantry and recipe card: a three-person supper
Accessible HTML alternative of the independent PDF case file; same document, not an additional reading.
Numbers and services differ elsewhere.
general
différer
Les numéros de contact d’urgence et les services varient d’un endroit à l’autre.
Reporting a Smell, Not Guessing the Cause
Practise a tightly scripted gas-emergency call: location, observations, uncertainty, clarification and accurate read-back.
While some of the renters differ little in condition from the metayers, yet on the whole they are more intelligent and responsible persons, and are the ones who eventually become land-owners.
history
être dans une situation à peine différente de celle d'un autre groupe
Être presque dans la même situation qu'un autre groupe sur le plan social ou économique.
The Souls of Black Folk
"The Souls of Black Folk" by W. E. B. Du Bois is a collection of essays published in 1903. This groundbreaking work explores the African-American experience through personal observations and social analysis. Du Bois introduces influential concepts like "double consciousness"—the experience of viewing oneself through both one's own eyes and those of a prejudiced society—and "the veil" that separates black and white Americans. Through essays on education, freedom, and justice, he examines the color line dividing races and argues for voting rights, quality education, and equal treatment.
All this we can only learn by intimate contact with the masses, and not by wholesale arguments covering millions separate in time and space, and differing widely in training and culture.
sociology
différant grandement par leur formation et leur culture
Variant considérablement en matière d’éducation, d’expérience et de milieu culturel.
The Souls of Black Folk
"The Souls of Black Folk" by W. E. B. Du Bois is a collection of essays published in 1903. This groundbreaking work explores the African-American experience through personal observations and social analysis. Du Bois introduces influential concepts like "double consciousness"—the experience of viewing oneself through both one's own eyes and those of a prejudiced society—and "the veil" that separates black and white Americans. Through essays on education, freedom, and justice, he examines the color line dividing races and argues for voting rights, quality education, and equal treatment.