distinction
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The distinction between bosons and fermions comes from what happens when two identical particles exchange places.
From Science Daily • May 9, 2026
Mr. Epstein’s distinction between Jew and Jew-ish brings to mind Moses at the burning bush, and his first question to God—Who am I to go to Pharaoh?
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
This year, however, even that distinction began to blur a little.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
Now, the commonwealth consistently ranks among the top states for book challenges, a distinction unknown to many of her students.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
The greatest American scientist, the most deft diplomat, the most accomplished prose stylist, the sharpest wit, Franklin defied all the categories by inhabiting them all with such distinction and nonchalant grace.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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