1
as in advantages
a quality that gives something special worth
has the distinction of being the oldest house in the city
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2
as in accolades
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement
I did all of the work, and the other guy got all the distinction
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3
as in awards
something given in recognition of achievement
won a number of distinctions in her long career as an actress
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Recent Examples of distinctions
Beyond improving mobility, the transition marked a step forward in gender equality within the police, eliminating visual distinctions and reinforcing that women could perform the same duties as men on the streets of Sweden.
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Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
My guess is that those who signed the pledge are unlikely to make fine distinctions.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
Most intriguing is how these groups will be submitted among the rock, metal and alternative categories, distinctions that only get more confusing as time marches on.
—Alan Light, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
But the distinctions are essential in the tax universe.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
The 6-foot-1, 300-pound lineman has earned several academic distinctions, including placement on the UNLV Dean’s Honor List and the Academic All-Mountain West Team.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 22 Sep. 2025
In mainland Europe, the standardization of driving on the right began with the sweeping away of class distinctions in revolutionary France — the left had previously been the preserve of the carriage-riding wealthy.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
On this question, there were no significant partisan differences, though there were some slight distinctions based on educational attainment and age.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
This article does not go into detail on the distinctions.
—Vipin Bharathan, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
My guess is that those who signed the pledge are unlikely to make fine distinctions.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
Most intriguing is how these groups will be submitted among the rock, metal and alternative categories, distinctions that only get more confusing as time marches on.
—Alan Light, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
But the distinctions are essential in the tax universe.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Sep. 2025
The 6-foot-1, 300-pound lineman has earned several academic distinctions, including placement on the UNLV Dean’s Honor List and the Academic All-Mountain West Team.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 22 Sep. 2025
In mainland Europe, the standardization of driving on the right began with the sweeping away of class distinctions in revolutionary France — the left had previously been the preserve of the carriage-riding wealthy.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
On this question, there were no significant partisan differences, though there were some slight distinctions based on educational attainment and age.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
This article does not go into detail on the distinctions.
—Vipin Bharathan, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distinctions
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James allegedly lied on her paperwork, saying her New York property had four units instead of the proper five, which gives her mortgage advantages.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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The potential advantages are clear.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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The short list and nominators remain a secret, and documents revealing the details of the selection process for the accolades are sealed from public view for 50 years.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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And for all the deserved accolades to European captain Luke Donald, such a man exists on that side.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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For the first time in the show's 56-year history, the awards will be taped live at Bridgestone Arena.—
Melonee Hurt,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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But the high-profile nature of the awards and the eye-popping figures associated with them are pushing board-level compensation committees that negotiate CEO pay to prepare for conversations about similar packages.—
Amanda Gerut,
Fortune,
5 Oct. 2025
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The document recognizes her contributions in the social and cultural spheres and describes her as a role model for her efforts and virtues, the Ecuadorian outlet El Universo reported.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
29 Sep. 2025
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These proposals have certain virtues.—
ANDRIY ZAGORODNYUK,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Sep. 2025
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As long as the sport was going to allow all the Astros’ October glories to stand, Springer was impossible to leave off this team.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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The movie is about the intersection of life’s regrets and notable glories.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
25 Sep. 2025
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Rivera won one of LOTERIA Fiesta's top $150,000 prizes since the game's debut in July.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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This office can cash prizes of any amount.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The capsule includes just six pieces, each with a hangtag detailing its techniques and materials to better communicate the brand’s values to the customer.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
4 Oct. 2025
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And the president is meeting with the Office of Management and Budget to try to understand what agencies are essential, what agencies do not align with the administration's priorities and values.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
3 Oct. 2025
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His father, Gary McKinley, earned all-America honors at Dayton University, playing defensive back for a Flyers team that went 11-0 in 1996.—
Steve Lyttle,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
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Pinnick will start at Cal Poly after earning Big Sky Conference Offensive Player of the Week honors.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Distinctions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distinctions. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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