discern
verb (used with object)
to perceive by the sight or some other sense or by the intellect; see, recognize, or apprehend.
are discerning
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present progressiveof discern.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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The caveat is that they are not making the decisions, but are discerning the mood.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
You, dear Salon reader, are discerning and responsible, ready to face the reality of the world we’re living in, for better or for worse.
From Salon ● Jun. 5, 2026
"When you put all this together, we see families that are discerning about what they're spending on," he said.
From Reuters ● Aug. 17, 2023
"I think he'll get stronger in Iowa. The more they attack Cruz, the stronger he will get, because Iowa caucus-goers are discerning," King says.
From US News ● Jan. 14, 2016
"I suppose you are discerning enough to be aware that I have a rival in Mr. Stryker."
From Elinor Wyllys, Volume 2 by Susan Fenimore Cooper
