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polarize

Description:

Polarize is a verb that means to divide or cause a sharp disagreement between people, usually resulting in the formation of opposing groups or opinions.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: To cause a sharp division or disagreement:

• Usage 1: The controversial political issue polarized the nation.
• Usage 2: Discussions about the topic polarize people into two distinct camps.

Sense 2: To restrict the vibrations of a transverse wave to one plane:

• Usage 1: The sunglasses polarize light to reduce glare.
• Usage 2: You can use a polarizer filter to polarize the light entering your camera.

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