bifurcate
verb (used with or without object)
to divide or fork into two branches.
bifurcation
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a word derived from
bifurcate.
Example Sentences
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“There’s a clear bifurcation between the more affluent and the more value-driven, midmarket travelers,” Hemphill said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
After consulting with experts and good governance groups, the commission agreed the benefits of bifurcation outweighed the negatives, and it passed unanimously by the commission.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 30, 2026
The result is likely further bifurcation between the U.S. and China in funding, supply chains and online systems for sensitive industries.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
But five Districts saw flat to declining activity, confirming the bifurcation in U.S. economic trends.
From Barron's ● Mar. 4, 2026
It is also described as a bifurcation of two twigs, mental and bodily creation out of a common root.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 1 "Evangelical Church Conference" to "Fairbairn, Sir William" by Various
