Example Sentences

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But he concluded that birthright citizenship was by now distinctively American.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

By the early 1930s, Bing Crosby had created a distinctively American vocal style—low-key, expressive—which was adapted by Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

That’s why, McKinney says, motels like the Red Apple and William Tell chose to brand themselves so distinctively.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2025

“It’s quite a distinctively Asian flavor and a popular alternative to herbs like rosemary and cilantro to grill, fry and stew meat,” says Wong.

From Salon • Feb. 3, 2025

Bull walked down the long polished hall with a bouncing gait that was distinctively unmilitary.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy