distinguishing

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These patterns appeared whenever groups of neurons worked together toward a common goal, such as distinguishing colors.

From Science Daily

For generations, Americans have marked Thanksgiving by wrestling with the perfect way to prepare and serve turkey, a bird known for its ungainly size, dry texture and lack of distinguishing flavor.

From The Wall Street Journal

A distinguishing mark in Tharpe’s story, though, is the fortitude she was able to muster, growing up in a suffocating environment and still finding a way to escape and formulate her own style.

From Washington Post

Donald Trump's principal personality trait has always been crippling narcissism, and he's always had trouble distinguishing between his own interests and those of his followers.

From Salon

But perhaps the most distinguishing feature of Noh is the carved masks worn by performers.

From New York Times