- past participle of distinguish.
- past tense form of distinguish.
distinguished
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Li Daxiao, one of China's most prominent investment gurus, also said "the burgeoning development of the industry is unstoppable" and should be clearly distinguished from "share price fluctuations".
From Barron's ● Nov. 6, 2026
“Beyond ‘Star Trek,’ his long and distinguished career showcased his versatility as an actor and his genuine love for his craft.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026
To explain the problem, Blake Temple, the study's corresponding author and a distinguished professor emeritus of mathematics at UC Davis, offered a simple comparison: a pencil balanced vertically on its tip.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026
The interiors are distinguished by polished marble flooring featuring dramatic gold and gray veining, bringing a distinctive design element to the contemporary residence.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 29, 2026
So far, I’d distinguished myself on the team by being a hard worker and by being the one who always arrived to practice on time and ready to get to work.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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