variants
also discernable
as in distinguishable
able to be perceived by a sense or by the mind
discernible differences in the two authors' writing styles
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Recent Examples of discernible
Cummings notes that there is a discernible shift nationally of younger adults leaving large metro areas for smaller- to medium-sized metro areas that are more affordable.
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Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
Going back to the 1950s, there is no discernible trend, with the first day finishing positive about 48% of the time, according to Bespoke Investment Group.
—Sean Conlon,fred Imbert, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Hassan was also the director of Loving Arms Adult Daycare, another agency that lacked a discernible digital footprint and received payments through the state nutrition program.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026
Smaller but still discernible patterns of light mark the Florida Keys, Nassau in the Bahamas, and Havana and other cities across Cuba.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2025
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Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
Going back to the 1950s, there is no discernible trend, with the first day finishing positive about 48% of the time, according to Bespoke Investment Group.
—Sean Conlon,fred Imbert, CNBC, 2 Jan. 2026
Hassan was also the director of Loving Arms Adult Daycare, another agency that lacked a discernible digital footprint and received payments through the state nutrition program.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026
Smaller but still discernible patterns of light mark the Florida Keys, Nassau in the Bahamas, and Havana and other cities across Cuba.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discernible
Adjective
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This hack saves you counter space while keeping ingredients distinguishable and accessible.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
26 Jan. 2026
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Like a bay leaf in a savory sauce, the bass provides essential tone and depth, even if its flavor isn’t distinguishable at first.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The rich brown shade imparts barely-noticeable color that subtly brightens my gaze, while lifting and separating each lash with just a few swipes.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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That’s why her recent absence has been so noticeable.—
Barry Svrluga,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Rather than simply issuing audible or visual warnings, the car may adjust cabin lighting, seat position, climate control, or gradually come to a complete stop automatically.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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At the peak of the standoffs between protesters and federal officers on Saturday, airborne chemical irritants were discharged by officers and whistling and shouting were audible on live video from CBS Minnesota.—
Kiki Intarasuwan,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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That hope, of direct experimental confirmation, is only possible if dark matter interacts with either itself or normal matter in a way that leaves a detectable signature.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The salt level was perfect for everyone, and many said the corn flavor was perceptible without being overwhelming.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Underneath the jokes, though, there is perceptible movement.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Discernible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discernible. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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