1
as in different
being not of the same kind
she seems to alternate between two distinctive hairstyles
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as in distinct
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
the distinctive odor of a barnyard
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Recent Examples of distinctive
Some clubs have a set look with distinctive, consistent design elements and that can be a good thing.
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Brooks Peck, The Athletic, 22 Feb. 2025
His distinctive nonchalant California glam aesthetic has evolved in his properties throughout the West Coast.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 11 Feb. 2025
For one thing, Ross created conditions for distinctive voices to be heard.
—Christopher B. Daly, The Conversation, 11 Feb. 2025
Morello mixed in brief passages of his own distinctive sound, but the overall effect remained tied to an older tradition.
—Steve Appleford, SPIN, 11 Feb. 2025
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Brooks Peck, The Athletic, 22 Feb. 2025
His distinctive nonchalant California glam aesthetic has evolved in his properties throughout the West Coast.
—Sofia Celeste, WWD, 11 Feb. 2025
For one thing, Ross created conditions for distinctive voices to be heard.
—Christopher B. Daly, The Conversation, 11 Feb. 2025
Morello mixed in brief passages of his own distinctive sound, but the overall effect remained tied to an older tradition.
—Steve Appleford, SPIN, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distinctive
Adjective
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Depending on the species, fluorescence showed up in different body parts, such as the birds’ bellies, chests, heads and necks.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN,
20 Feb. 2025
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After studying with the esteemed acting coach Lee Strasburg, however, and experiencing a political awakening during the Vietnam War, Fonda began pursuing different kinds of projects.—
Keaton Bell,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2025
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Resisting the label of fusion, Twitty describes the dish as an homage to flavors that highlights the intersections between distinct culinary traditions.—
Danielle Dorsey,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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This is classic mosaic evolution, where different parts of the anatomy evolve at distinct rates.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Dismantling it would not only tarnish our nation’s reputation but also undermine the moral fabric that binds our diverse communities.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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In the past few years, Landman has curated a diverse roster, including Laufey, the Chainsmokers, John Ryan, Kenya Grace, and Amy Allen — who recently won songwriter of the year at the 2025 Grammys.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2025
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In addition to its timeless elegance characteristic of a European chateau, the home is in the exclusive neighborhood of Snedens Landing, which is well known for its rustic seclusion, connection to the arts and proximity to New York City.—
Michael P. McKinney,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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As of Monday morning, after an unfortunately characteristic several days of posting wildly offensive stuff, the rapper’s account was listed as deactivated.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2025
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What makes the London TV Screenings so important for Beta, and the whole industry, the company says, is that the event caters perfectly to buyers’ demand to actually watch programs instead of the typical trailer-speed-dating-type meetings.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2025
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While those early performances cemented his status as the typical dorky average-Joe teen, Hall evolved into a versatile actor who has played heroes, villains, and everything in between.—
Alison Weinflash,
Rolling Stone,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Distinctive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distinctive. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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