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distinctive

[dih-stingk-tiv] / dɪˈstɪŋk tɪv /


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Fossil evidence of juvenile ankylosaurs is rare, and most known examples lack the distinctive armor seen in adults.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

She also told the court that a distinctive orange T-shirt was discovered at McKenna's house after he was arrested.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Lauren Halsey walks by in her distinctive white shirt, long shorts and ball cap, beset on all sides by friends and admirers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

It often takes an outsider to appreciate the distinctive character of a place.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

A register is a distinctive part of a vocal or instrumental range.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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