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discernment

[dih-surn-muhnt, -zurn-] / dɪˈsɜrn mənt, -ˈzɜrn- /
NOUN
perception
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A tasteful local cup, perhaps communicating discernment and neighborhood loyalty?

From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026

In interviews, try to reframe your skepticism as discernment.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 7, 2026

With swiftly circumvented filters and no discernment, LLMs deliver “expertise” even when they shouldn’t.

From Slate ● Jun. 19, 2026

Starring in a Broadway production at 96, Squibb deserves a medal, not just for longevity but for discernment and daring as well.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 5, 2026

But then, of course, I hasten to add, there are many valets who would never dream of indulging in this sort of folly - who are, in fact, professionals of the highest discernment.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro


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