distinguish
Example Sentences
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Understanding that dynamic helps explain why it is essential to distinguish the present dispute from cases in which courts are being asked to intervene to protect democratic participation.
From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026
But it’s critical to distinguish between weaker firms and established operators with disciplined processes.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
Under international humanitarian law, all parties to a conflict must distinguish between civilian objects and military objectives.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
Until recently, there was no clear way to distinguish between them.
From Science Daily • Mar. 25, 2026
Even Ripred could not distinguish the smell of rats in a place reeking of rats.
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
