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How to use the word Distinguished in a Sentence?

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Ever since I’ve talked to the president about the economy, he’s distinguished between the short-term and the long-term, between consumption and investment, these have always been foundational to his economic thinking.

Jared Bernstein

Found on CNN
1 year ago

Brittney Griner was a model of courage today, bG’s service as an Olympian and global sport ambassador, caring for those most in need, has always distinguished Brittney Griner ; but Brittney Griner is also a human being whose family misses Brittney Griner. Brittney Griner deserves our compassion, understanding, love and support. The WNBA star and Brittney Griner is escorted to a courtroom for a hearing in Khimki outside Moscow on Thursday, July 7, 2022. ( AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko).

Lindsay Kagawa Colas

Found on FOX News
1 year ago

Choice by the people themselves is not generally distinguished for its wisdom.

Thomas Jefferson

added by Normando
2 years ago

We are honored to have such a distinguished group paying tribute to Harry's life and accomplishments, these are not only some of the most consequential leaders of our time -- they are also some of Harry's best friends.

Landra Reid

Found on CNN
2 years ago

He was a wonderful actor with a long and distinguished career in film, television and theatre and was respected as a man of directness, sincerity, and honesty.

Michael Emptage

Found on CNN
2 years ago

James Hansen, one of the most distinguished scientists to warn of the dangers of climate change, once said that being in his line of work is like screaming at people from behind a soundproof glass wall. You’ve written that being an author of fiction who is concerned with environmental questions often feels frighteningly similar.

James Bradley

added by Kiweke
2 years ago

David Chipman's 25 years of distinguished service as an ATF agent uniquely equips David Chipman to reinvigorate the Bureau's critical mission, including combatting gun trafficking and keeping firearms out of the hands of criminals. Confronting the epidemic of gun violence head-on is a cornerstone of the President's gun crime strategy, and he looks forward to the Senate quickly voting on Chipman's nomination as David Chipman.

The House

Found on CNN
2 years ago

A career and distinguished ATF official for 25 years, David is eminently qualified for the job that we desperately need to fill.

President Biden

Found on FOX News
2 years ago

I note that the distinguished Democratic leader has a great admiration for the distinguished representative from the state of Wyoming, Rep. Cheney, he waxes on about her judgment and her courage. I would point out to my colleagues that this newfound hero of Sen. Schumer voted no on H.R. 1 and perhaps he should follow her logic and her judgment on that since he has joined me in admiration of Rep. Cheney.

Roger Wicker

Found on FOX News
2 years ago

Prince Philip dedicated his life to our country - from a distinguished career in the Royal Navy during the Second World War to his decades of service as the Duke of Edinburgh. However, he will be remembered most of all for his extraordinary commitment and devotion to The Queen.

Keir Starmer

Found on FOX News
3 years ago

The impeachment manager Mr. Ciccilinecorrectly and accurately quoted a newspaper account which the distinguished senator has taken objection to. So we're happy to withdraw it on the grounds that it is not true and we are going to withdraw it this evening without any prejudice to the ability to resubmit if possible and then we could debate it if we need it.

Jamie Raskin

Found on FOX News
3 years ago

General Austin is an exceptionally qualified leader with a long and distinguished career in the U.S. military, we have China and Russia out there with capabilities that we didn’t really believe we would find ourselves with.

Jack Reed

Found on Reuters
3 years ago

I'm looking forward to meeting General Austin, general Austin's a man with a very distinguished career, and I'm looking forward to having a chance to talk to General Austin.

Elizabeth Warren

Found on CNN
3 years ago

President Trump has consistently and rightly said that where a voter can not make it to the polls, they should request an absentee ballot, the President has also correctly distinguished between chaos-ridden universal mail-in voting systems, like the one that led to California's train wreck primary, and traditional absentee mail voting systems, like the tried and true system in North Carolina — a distinction Democrats and many in the mainstream media purposely ignore to sow confusion.

Thea McDonald

Found on CNN
3 years ago

He will be contesting all of these charges, and I can tell you that Councilman Jackson is Councilman Jackson with many, many years of distinguished service to the community, even before Councilman Jackson was elected to the city council.

Theodore Kyles Jr.

Found on CNN
3 years ago

We think that it wouldn't be right for us to do fact checks for politicians, i certainly think our policies have distinguished us from some of the other tech companies in terms of being stronger on free expression and giving people a voice.

Mark Zuckerberg

Found on Reuters
3 years ago

Michael Taylor is a distinguished veteran and patriot, and both and he and his son deserve a full and fair hearing regarding these issues, both before the courts and the executive branch.

Paul Kelly

Found on Reuters
3 years ago

We may not visit them, and they will not come, the coronavirus has made everyone afraid, even of distinguished guests.

Yamine Hermache

Found on Reuters
4 years ago

General Keane has devoted his life to keeping America safe and strong, and he has earned many awards, including two Defense Distinguished Service Medals, five Legions of Merit,two Army Distinguished Service Medals, the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, and the Ronald Reagan Peace through Strength Award.

The White House

Found on FOX News
4 years ago

The speaker of The House says that Senate Republicans refuses to accept this acquittal, whatever that means. Perhaps Senate Republicans will tear up the verdict like Senate Republicans tore up the State of the Union address. So I would ask my distinguished colleagues across the aisle, is this really, really where you want to go ?

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell

Found on CNN
4 years ago

The new speaker of the The House, the very distinguished congresswoman from San Francisco, has decided that opposing President Trump comes before the security of our borders.

Mitch McConnell

Found on CNN
4 years ago

Thus far, my distinguished friend, the senator on my left, has not said how she's going to pay for it.

Joe Biden

Found on Reuters
4 years ago

It has been a privilege serving with Sue Gordon to lead the ODNI and Intelligence Community over these past two years. Sue Gordon is a visionary leader who has made an enormous impact on the IC over the more than three decades Sue Gordon has served, i have had the pleasure of working with Joseph Maguire as part of my leadership team at ODNI, and I am pleased that the President has announced that Joe will serve as Acting DNI. Joe has had a long, distinguished career serving the nation and will lead the men and women in the IC with distinction.

Dan Coats

Found on CNN
4 years ago

I have known Bob Mueller for 30 years, we worked closely together throughout my previous tenure at the Department of Justice under President George H.W. Bush. We've been friends since. And I have the utmost respect for Bob Mueller and Bob Mueller distinguished record of public service. And when Bob Mueller was named special counsel, I said Bob Mueller selection was' good news' and that, knowing Bob Mueller, I had confidence Bob Mueller would handle the matter properly. And I still have that confidence today.

William Barr

Found on CNN
5 years ago

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