- present participle of distinguish.
distinguishing
Example Sentences
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X-Energy has early commercial agreements with Amazon and Dow, distinguishing it from competitors.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
You’re kind of distinguishing her from what we now think of as YA, “Young Adult.”
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
The only distinguishing features were a few hurried strips of grilled chicken and a light dusting of Tony Chachere’s — not stirred into the sauce, mind you, but sprinkled on top, like an afterthought.
From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026
Only service dogs wearing distinguishing markers are allowed at the park.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
Throughout his employment, Parker’s one distinguishing trait was that of a troublemaker who somehow managed to get away with things.
From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly
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