distinguishing

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Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum has focused on distinguishing between disappearances committed by organized crime and those forced by state agents.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Rather than viewing all senescent cells as dangerous, researchers increasingly believe the future of anti-aging medicine may depend on distinguishing harmful cells from beneficial ones.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

But the market may be growing savvier about distinguishing between companies at risk of disruption and those set to benefit from AI.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

You’re kind of distinguishing her from what we now think of as YA, “Young Adult.”

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

“So we’ll say he’s in his twenties. Any distinguishing characteristics?”

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar