as in to differentiate
to understand or point out the difference in
those philistines who seemingly cannot secern artistic depiction of the nude from blatant pornography
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Cannabis, thoughtfully integrated, offers a differentiating catalyst — a way to make the experience of a neighborhood bookshop or an independent record store feel qualitatively more immersive, more connective, more worth leaving home for.—
Peter Su,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026 -
Incoming Chief Executive Officer John Ternus has said that the Air helps differentiate the company’s offerings.—
Mark Gurman,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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The Gemini new moon helps you to distinguish chemistry from compatibility.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Shortly after qualifying, Gilbert spoke with CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede and argued that his experience leading Miami Gardens and serving on the Miami-Dade County Commission distinguishes him from the rest of the field.—
Jim DeFede,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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“Secern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secern. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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