discerning
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Investors have become far more discerning about IPOs.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Melodrama doesn’t exactly have the most sterling reputation for discerning cinema viewers.
From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026
Just because he seems annoyed when you ask questions doesn’t mean you should stop; you just need to be more discerning about which issues you bring to him.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 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
“Good morning, sir,” the chaplain replied, discerning wisely that Colonel Korn expected nothing more in the way of a response.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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