discern

Example Sentences

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Generally if somewhat simplistically speaking, it’s not hard to discern whom to root for in a Shakespeare tragedy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Such a unifying feature is harder to discern in the invention, manufacture and sale of products as disparate as the pogo stick, Mr. Potato Head and the Betsy Wetsy doll.

From The Wall Street Journal

As for whether it’s possible to read conclusions about the economy in the Dow Industrial figures, it’s hard to discern a clear pattern.

From Los Angeles Times

But investors perhaps wanted bigger beats, especially as the AI trade has gotten more discerning.

From MarketWatch

But given the relatively broad-based nature of the selling, some believe discerning stock pickers might be able to find opportunities amid the chaos.

From MarketWatch