as in direct
free from irregularities or digressions in course
the bullets from early firearms were notorious for not following a strictly linear path through the air
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Recent Examples of linear
The lengthy statement cites a review of three major categories — streaming, linear television, and theatrical films — for potential anticompetitive behavior if the deal closes.
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Other recent partnerships include one with BET to develop and distribute microseries across linear and vertical platforms.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 11 June 2026
The investigation plays out in a linear fashion, with the solution to each objective hidden behind a puzzle.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 10 June 2026
In an earthquake, cause and effect do not feel linear.
—Pablo Larios, Artforum, 10 June 2026
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Other recent partnerships include one with BET to develop and distribute microseries across linear and vertical platforms.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 11 June 2026
The investigation plays out in a linear fashion, with the solution to each objective hidden behind a puzzle.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 10 June 2026
In an earthquake, cause and effect do not feel linear.
—Pablo Larios, Artforum, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for linear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for linear
Adjective
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The placebo effect occurs when someone experiences symptom improvement after taking a pill or receiving a treatment with no direct medical or biological effect on the condition being treated.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Locals believe this was once a troll, frozen in stone after being hit with direct sunlight.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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By season’s end, the Guardians were popping champagne to commemorate their second straight AL Central crown and the comeback of a century.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Lewis won four straight world championships in competitive slacklining from 2008 through 2011.—
Russ Bynum,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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With the right window replacement company, the process can be straightforward, quick and even easy.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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The drop in demand reflects the combined pressure of elevated fuel prices and shortages of refined products, the agency noted, underscoring how the conflict has moved beyond a straightforward supply shock.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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“Linear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linear. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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