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Distinction Briefly Crossword Clue

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99%3Exact Match!
noun

• Difference

18%10Distinction for the best
adjective satellite

• selected or chosen for special qualifications

18%6 (Mark of) distinction
noun

• an indication of approved or superior status

• a warrant formerly issued by a French king who could warrant imprisonment or death in a signed letter under his seal

• a seal on a letter

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