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idioms - "Differ to", "differ with" or "differ from"


In what ways are differ to, differ with and differ from different?


Providing examples would be really appreciated.



Answer



Macmillan Dictionary gives a definition of "differ" together with good examples:





  1. to be different from something else


    differ in: The two animals come from the same family but differ in body shape and breeding habits.


    differ from: English differs from Spanish in that it is not pronounced as it is written.


    differ widely/significantly/greatly (=be very different): Laws on pollution differ widely from one country to another.


    differ from something to something: The techniques used differ from company to company.




  2. to disagree with someone about a subject


    differ on/over: Experts differ on the causes of the disease.


    opinions/views differ: Opinions differ as to the likely winner of the tournament.


    differ with: Baker also differed with members of Congress over this issue.


    beg to differ (=disagree): I beg to differ with you a bit there.





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