as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
a list of the chief differentiae between a controlling cult and a legitimate religious sect
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In vacating the life prison term in 2024, Cook County Judge Marc Martin found in part that Modrowski had been unfairly portrayed as emotionless and cold during his 1995 trial and sentencing proceedings when the characteristics were likely due to his autism.—
Christy Gutowski,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026 -
And what physical characteristics is law enforcement focusing on that might help people locate them?—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Feb. 2026
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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What should be an elite trait for Minnesota is currently notably average.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2026
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Pivotal's quality management system is also certified by SAE International, which sets global aviation safety standards.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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Without the correct attributes — competitiveness, mindset, IQ, internal drive — Donovan fears a young player could flounder in Chicago.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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There had been a feeling that Onana had all the attributes from a physical and technical standpoint, yet did not always maximise them.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Google, in particular, has some unique features working in its favor, Sosnick added.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Wright, who formerly worked as a detective, said the video contains apparent facial features such as a mustache and that investigators should be able to calculate height, shoe size and brands of clothing.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Founded in 1936, the DGA emerged from concerns over creative control and credit attribution amid the growing power of producers.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
5 Feb. 2026
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Through the partnership, the HBCU’s basketball team is also developing a new content series for brand partners and using accurate ROI attribution to expand commercial conversations.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The White House has not made clear the criteria used to decide which countries are being invited to join.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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Time after time in our residential experience, the Board of Review would knock back the assessor’s assessments (the criteria applied being different), thus rewarding the many attorneys who know how to game a system with myriad opportunities for corruption.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Differentia.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/differentia. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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