No, a return of excess contributions and earnings is not treated as a regular distribution.
The excess contribution part is not taxable but the earnings are taxable for the year in which the excess contribution was made (for example with a 2021 excess contribution the earnings will be taxable in 2021). A 10% early withdrawal penalty applies on the earnings if you are under 59 1/2.
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