as in differentiates
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 discriminates
Bozell’s likely confirmation will probably pile further pressure on the two countries’ ties, which have plummeted in recent months over US allegations that South Africa discriminates against its white population.
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Ben Smith, semafor.com, 24 Oct. 2025
North Carolina’s congressional map is currently being litigated in multiple ongoing lawsuits, according to a roundup from NYU's Brennan Center for Justice, over allegations the map racially discriminates and is a partisan gerrymander.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
Additionally, allowing biological males to compete against females discriminates against females and that the VHRA would prevent biological males from competing against females at the collegiate level.
—Jackson Thompson , Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Along with coping with her diagnosis, Cauley also had to confront the many ways society discriminates against someone with a disability.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 21 July 2025
Ben Smith, semafor.com, 24 Oct. 2025
North Carolina’s congressional map is currently being litigated in multiple ongoing lawsuits, according to a roundup from NYU's Brennan Center for Justice, over allegations the map racially discriminates and is a partisan gerrymander.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
Additionally, allowing biological males to compete against females discriminates against females and that the VHRA would prevent biological males from competing against females at the collegiate level.
—Jackson Thompson , Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Along with coping with her diagnosis, Cauley also had to confront the many ways society discriminates against someone with a disability.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 21 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discriminates
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The shoe differentiates itself with a half d’Orsay design that reveals the side of the foot and a curvaceous outline that adds subtle undulation to the silhouette; a stitched band is also featured across the toe.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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This emerging genre of politician touts an anti-establishment, anti-oligarchy lens which differentiates them from their establishment Democratic peers and opponents.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
16 Oct. 2025
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The combination of global expertise and local craftsmanship distinguishes Thailand’s offerings.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
30 Oct. 2025
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The program distinguishes itself by offering in-person access to hotel operations.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Discriminates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discriminates. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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