discerning
Example Sentences
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Melodrama doesn’t exactly have the most sterling reputation for discerning cinema viewers.
From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026
“A storied townhouse that has played host to luminaries from all industries, this once-in-a-lifetime offering awaits the most discerning buyer,” the description added.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026
The software market is now discerning which companies can withstand AI disruption.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
“Bold, discerning, and unapologetically original, he represents the same spirit that defines our brand,” Lucid said of Chalamet.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
Silvery patterns decorate his skin, matching his discerning silver eyes.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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