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The quarterly census of employment and wages administrative records released this past week differed little from the nonfarm payroll data covering the same period.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

On many issues, the “readouts”—publicly released official statements of what was discussed in a meeting—from the White House and from China differed substantially.

From Slate • May 16, 2026

But the pace at which the increases ebbed differed within that market, in part because its retail structures differed among states and cities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Labour said, while it appreciated students' learning styles differed, research had shown NEAs were a "more valid and authentic way of assessing" pupils in some areas.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

The head differed only from an ordinary cat in that it was framed in a ruff of hair, and the ears rose into tufted points.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford