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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
David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
On Tuesday, a UCLA alumnus and a lecturer filed a lawsuit accusing the University of California system of discriminating against students based on their immigration status.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
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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
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Advertisement Most red states have also refused to abide by new Education Department rules that forbid schools and colleges from discriminating against transgender students.
—David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
On Tuesday, a UCLA alumnus and a lecturer filed a lawsuit accusing the University of California system of discriminating against students based on their immigration status.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discriminating
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Due to discriminatory housing laws such as redlining, many communities of color live in pre-existing high-flood-risk zones.Patricia McIlreavy, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Opponents argue that Proposition 2 is discriminatory because lower-income districts would get a bigger share of the money.Andre Mouchard, Orange County Register, 5 Nov. 2024
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Due to a loophole in federal law, these types of compressed air guns, shooting small projectiles made of metal, are allowed to look completely realistic without any differentiating marks.Cait Bladt, CBS News, 2 Oct. 2024
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The latest innovation in artificial intelligence has made podcasting easier, but made differentiating between humans and artificial intelligence harder.Abby Wilson, theweek, 1 Oct. 2024
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For many years, Hamilton fought against the unfair restrictions put on drivers — including protesting against FIA race director’s Niels Wittich ban on drivers from wearing body piercings or neck chains during the race.Kanika Talwar, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
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While health insurance and providers are meant to coexist in harmony to deliver care, smaller clinics are often left fighting unfair battles against these insurance companies.Ian Ye, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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During the appearance, Biden made a characteristic effort at personal connection.Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2024
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He was reportedly discovered by an employee of Russia's foreign intelligence agency, the SVR, with injuries characteristic of a fall.Harriet Marsden, The Week UK, theweek, 22 Oct. 2024
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By integrating financial services, companies can offer a more holistic experience, distinguishing themselves from competitors.Zareef Hamid, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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One key distinguishing factor is the presence of a fever.Katia Hetter, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
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Hayon will take over the entire gallery space, floor to ceiling, exploring the theme of bestiality in relation to his interdisciplinary approach and his distinctive visual vocabulary.Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The magic lies in how these woods are blended—paired with everything from juniper berries and vanilla to patchouli—crafting distinctive scents that showcase each candle’s personality.Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 26 Nov. 2024
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What was revealed that day was how a dramatic human moment could be captured by the distinct storytelling art of the modern sports filmmaking of the NBA.Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 22 Nov. 2024
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Girls in each room see themselves as distinct otherworldly creatures, hence the costumes.Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
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The guidelines vary by region, according to the typical climate each region has.Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Aside from the fight being eight two-minute rounds, both the men will wear heavier 14-ounce gloves instead of the typical 10-ounce gloves.Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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