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There is overlap between the Russell Microcap and Russell 2000 indexes, but since the Russell indexes are weighted by market cap, the Microcap index’s performance can be distinct from that of the Russell 2000.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026

"Just as every human being is unique, we believe that every single robot should also be distinct."

From Barron's ● May 29, 2026

It distilled his concept for the museum of “frozen explosion,” rupturing the idea that architecture and artifact should be distinct.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 5, 2025

The proposed centers will be distinct from birth centers, which are also located outside hospitals but are based on a midwifery model of care and only accept low-risk patients.

From New York Times ● Jun. 15, 2024

Hair-Shape.—Again, straight and curly hair seem to be distinct inheritable characters.

From Being Well-Born An Introduction to Eugenics by Michael F. Guyer




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