[Vocabulary] Distinguish vs Recognise

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Dear English Gurus,

I have this phrase :

The con man’s disguise did not work as the detective ______ him immediately.

Is recognised or distinguished both acceptable here?

Thank you very much.

 

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[STRIKE]Dear English Gurus,[/STRIKE] Unnecessary. Just go ahead and ask your question,

I have this [STRIKE]phrase[/STRIKE] sentence[no space here]:

The con man’s disguise did not work as the detective ______ him immediately.

Are "recognised" and "distinguished" both acceptable here?

[STRIKE]Thank you very much.[/STRIKE] Just click 'Thank after you get a reply.

No – only "recognised".