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distinguish

[dih-sting-gwish] / dɪˈstɪŋ gwɪʃ /




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Raves have become entwined with D&B’s push to boost its numbers, a way the company is trying to distinguish itself in the ubercompetitive “eatertainment” landscape that it helped create.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

It can distinguish between things it knows to be true and those it doesn’t.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

Communication allows animals to distinguish between partners that offer a genuine service and those that might take advantage of them.

From Science Daily • Jun. 20, 2026

It also creates audit logs that distinguish an agent’s actions from human intent, which address governance and compliance requirements and provide an element of liability protection for employees, according to Salazar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

If he could distinguish himself at the Fair, and maybe win some prize money, he was sure Zuckerman would let him live.

From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White




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