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distinguish

verb

sense: to perceive or recognize the difference between things

usage: popular

To distinguish is to perceive or recognize the difference between things.

Sample sentence: She could easily distinguish between the identical twins.

distinguish

verb

sense: to be a characteristic feature that sets someone or something apart

usage: popular

To distinguish is to be a characteristic feature that sets someone or something apart.

Sample sentence: The breathtaking performance distinguished the dancer from her colleagues.

distinguish

verb

sense: to perceive someone or something as different, sometimes due to local customs or characteristics

usage: local

To distinguish is to perceive someone or something as different, sometimes due to local customs or characteristics.

Sample sentence: The locals can easily distinguish tourists from the way they dress.

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