with distinction

idiom

: with special awards or recognition
He graduated with distinction.

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Further, Senate leaders could do much for the Bay and environmental protection nationwide by encouraging the appointment of former EPA Administrator William K. Reilly, 84, a Republican who served with distinction under President George H.W. Bush. Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024 Over the decades, the firm has earned a reputation for handling high-profile cases with distinction and achieving landmark victories on behalf of its clients. Chris Gallagher, Austin American-Statesman, 24 May 2024 Spyropoulos served with distinction at the water district and previously was a prosecutor in the Cook County state’s attorney’s office and attorney in private practice. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2024 From humble beginnings, Harris represented Historically Black Colleges and Universities with distinction by becoming the first Black quarterback to start and win a playoff game as a member of the Los Angeles Rams in 1974. Scott Talley, Detroit Free Press, 6 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for with distinction 

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“With distinction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/with%20distinction. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.

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