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Discrepancy

usgb/dɪˈskrepənsi/Volume
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Expectation Mismatch

Used when two similar items don't match as expected.

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We found a discrepancy between the listed price and the checkout price.
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Conflict Evidence

Indicates conflicting information found when comparing items.

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Her alibi shows a discrepancy with the security footage.
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Descriptive Nuance

Highlights small but significant differences.

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He observed a slight discrepancy in the twins' behavior.
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ConsistencyContradictionDifferenceDisagreeDisparityDivergenceImbalanceVariance
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