different vs only a few

different

adj
  • Not the same; exhibiting a difference. 

  • Distinct, separate; used for emphasis after numbers and other determiners of quantity. 

  • Various, assorted, diverse. 

  • Unlike most others; unusual. 

adv
  • Differently. 

noun
  • The different ideal. 

only a few

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