Distinguished
Distinguished adjective - Having or showing a formal and serious or reserved manner.
Nearby and distinguished are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nearby" instead an adjective "Distinguished".
Nearby Words: distinguishing, distinguishable
Nearby
Nearby adjective - Not being distant in time, space, or significance.
Distinguished and nearby are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Distinguished" instead an adjective "Nearby".
Both words in one sentence
- Though the kill was credited to a nearby fighter pilot who was in the process of locking the Mirage, Denton and Brandon were both awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for their role in causing the Mirage to plow into the ground at full speed.
Source: Wronski Feint
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