with distinction

idiom

: with special awards or recognition
He graduated with distinction.

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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 Cheatle has served more than 25 years with distinction for the United States Secret Service across a number of leadership roles. Kate Kealey, USA TODAY, 14 July 2024 Majok has been playing pro ball with distinction in Africa for several years. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 20 May 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 5 Nov. 2024.

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