were discerning
- past progressive of discern.
Example Sentences
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But these were discerning drinkers, and the poster kids for the mainstreaming of seltzer.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 21, 2021
If you were discerning you would detect that a complex machinery was at work which had nearly escaped you because of its smooth operation.
From Consumers' Cooperative Societies in New York State by Consumers' League of New York, The
Only a few critics were discerning, and the book had no vogue.
From The Letters of Ambrose Bierce With a Memoir by George Sterling by Bierce, Ambrose
Sad experience had taught him the futility of Danny, unless it were adequately accompanied, and the audience were discerning enough to give honor to whom honor was due.
From The Dominant Strain by Edwards, H. C. (Harry C.)
Their friends, those at least who were discerning, realized that the probability of a marriage between them was becoming more and more remote.
From The Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories by Bump, Charles Weathers
