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distinction

[dih-stingk-shuhn] / dɪˈstɪŋk ʃən /




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Kagan, joined by Sotomayor, wrote a brief concurrence arguing that this distinction was not academic, because content-based speech restrictions are not subject to quite as “rigorous” review.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Otherwise, the main distinction is presenting these chapters from the viewpoints of two of the Bible’s most famous women.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Plaintiffs’ attorneys in the California case understood this distinction clearly and built their strategy around it.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

"What has been offered is an 'overarching review', not a statutory public inquiry. That distinction matters," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

To be chosen for it would be an unmatched privilege, the highest distinction, an honor.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray