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as in discriminatory
favoring, applying, or being unequal treatment of different classes of people
accused of discriminating practices in the hiring of employees
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as in distinguishing
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
a discriminating feature of poison ivy is a compound leaf with three mitten-shaped leaflets
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as in differentiating
to understand or point out the difference in
the human eye can discriminate between very slight gradations of color
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Recent Examples of discriminating
Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 3 Jan. 2024
ExhaleWell specializes in producing high-quality hemp products, and their exclusive delta-8 collection was developed especially to satisfy the discriminating tastes of its customers.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Sep. 2023
Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2024
At issue there was the donation of money by Chick-fil-A to groups that have been accused of discriminating against the LGBTQ+ community.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
However, Matabele ants may have a more discriminating brain and can tell if the wound requires treatment due to specific changes in the chemical profile of an infected wound versus an uninfected wound.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 3 Jan. 2024
ExhaleWell specializes in producing high-quality hemp products, and their exclusive delta-8 collection was developed especially to satisfy the discriminating tastes of its customers.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Sep. 2023
Verb
As of August 2021, the children and descendants of individuals born in Germany after May 23, 1949 who were excluded in a gender-discriminating manner from acquiring German citizenship by birth due to the Reich and Nationality Act (RuStAG) can also apply for citizenship.
—Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2024
At issue there was the donation of money by Chick-fil-A to groups that have been accused of discriminating against the LGBTQ+ community.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
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The 242-page document agreed to by Louisville Metro Police, the city's government and the DOJ includes measures to revise LMPD's use-of-force policies, ensure searches and seizures are not discriminatory and require changes in search warrant procedures, among other things.Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 13 Dec. 2024
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Rodriguez’s attorneys maintained he was only included in the injunction because of an older brother’s gang ties, and courts eventually agreed the law was discriminatory — although authorities can still seek injunctions under narrower circumstances.Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Rhubarb is a vegetable that visually appears to resemble celery in texture — but its color and taste are differentiating factors between the two.Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
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Highlight How Your Work Aligns with Organizational Values The study underscores the importance of differentiating high and low performers, yet only 22% of employees believe their leader effectively does so.Mark Murphy, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The suit involves five former participants in MrBeast's reality competition show and alleges multiple labor law violations, false advertising and unfair business practices.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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And the reason is simple: People feel the fees are unfair, and often charged after a travel company quotes them a rate.Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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The scene is a necessary conversation with Eugene’s characteristic mix of warmth and expertise, and Toya’s outspoken openness.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024
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In 2024, the solstice falls on Dec. 21, marking the official beginning of winter and ushering in the season’s characteristic cold fronts and holiday traditions.Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Dec. 2024
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James knocked the ball down and the Eagles delivered their first unblemished record, another distinguishing mark in a breathtaking season.Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 7 Dec. 2024
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According to the singer, Riot has evolved its music production into a more integrated and ongoing part of its creative process, distinguishing itself from other companies that typically use more fragmented approaches.Cecilia Ciocchetti, Rolling Stone, 3 Dec. 2024
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Use handwritten envelopes or add festive elements, like wax seals or sparkling liners, for a refined and distinctive look.Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Police released several images of the shooter in which he can be seen wearing a dark-colored jacket with a hood over his head, a black facemask, black-and-white sneakers and a distinctive gray backpack.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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For this story to land, Silo 17 needed to feel distinct from Juliette’s home while belonging to the same basic world.Mark Blankenship, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
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But beneath the Persian cat’s undeniable popularity lies a tale of contrasts—one that splits the breed into two distinct varieties.Scott Travers, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Related: Jamie Foxx Finally Revealed What His ‘Mystery Illness’ Was & Called the Recovery the ‘Worst Year of His Life’ What started as your typical night out at the upscale eatery quickly went south when some fellow diners apparently didn’t get the memo about restaurant etiquette.Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 15 Dec. 2024
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Braving the New York chill yesterday (December 14), Holmes was photographed in what’s become quite a typical silhouette.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Discriminating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discriminating. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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