discern
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We’re trying to teach kids how to discern what good information is, what a reliable source is.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
Having said that, it's not hard to discern the King's values.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
The simplicity of the Shaker objects exerts a power that is, at best, difficult to discern in the self-consciousness of most of the show’s recent pieces.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
“I have to read my students’ work to see if I can discern telltale signs of AI use, which is a very frustrating and wasteful way to spend time.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Ahead, I could barely discern a square of light through the shifting smoke.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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Grade 10, List 5
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