as in discriminating
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But if the real point is to help people, the government can do that now – without needlessly discriminating on the basis of immutable characteristics.—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026 -
Theoretically, Callais was a statutory case about the Voting Rights Act’s ban on voting provisions that have the purpose or effect of discriminating against Black voters.—
Adam Serwer,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2026
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There will be no differentiating paragraphs for the Spurs fans.—
David Troy OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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In the 1970s and 1980s, as violent fan hooliganism spread in England, Nevin says Scotland fans tacked the other way, differentiating themselves by being nice, making friends with everyone — and throwing a good party.—
Lauren Frayer,
NPR,
12 June 2026
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Here was a man who answered the bell for nearly six years knowing that the audience had virtually disappeared because of a dispute with Comcast.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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That real trust can be rare, from knowing other young lads (at Liverpool) and their experiences on loan.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Besides the aforementioned picks, Hartmann has answered the requests of its most discerning customers by rolling out — quite literally — the bestselling Reserve Carry-On, now complementing the new Reserve Carryall Tote and Reserve Waist Bag.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
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With a new wave of extraordinary properties, transformative experiences, and a clear vision rooted in sustainability and authenticity, the country is emerging as one of the Caribbean’s most compelling destinations for the discerning traveler.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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One useful lens for understanding this landscape divides entities into five main groups based on their primary orientation toward creating value.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Much of the discussion tied back to the importance of giving Afghan immigrants the opportunity to become functioning members of their communities by getting jobs, creating businesses, becoming educated, learning English and understanding the country’s culture.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2026
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“Contradistinguishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contradistinguishing. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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