1
as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
few of the candidates have yet staked out unequivocal positions on the hot-button issues
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as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
the directions on the vial state in clear and unequivocal language that the drug should not be taken by pregnant women
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Recent Examples of unequivocal
To vault themselves into unequivocal buyer territory would require a surge.
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Zack Meisel, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Myles Garrett – who plays for the Steelers’ AFC North rivals, the Cleveland Browns – was asked about Rodgers’ addition to the division on Tuesday and his answer was unequivocal.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 11 June 2025
The Green Day singer has been raging against the policies of the 45th and now 47th president for years, and during the band’s first-ever set at the Download Festival in Donington Park in the U.K. on Friday (June 13), the singer lashed out at the U.S. president in unequivocal terms.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 16 June 2025
The evidence is now unequivocal that investing in adaptation delivers value, tangible and measurable return.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Zack Meisel, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Myles Garrett – who plays for the Steelers’ AFC North rivals, the Cleveland Browns – was asked about Rodgers’ addition to the division on Tuesday and his answer was unequivocal.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 11 June 2025
The Green Day singer has been raging against the policies of the 45th and now 47th president for years, and during the band’s first-ever set at the Download Festival in Donington Park in the U.K. on Friday (June 13), the singer lashed out at the U.S. president in unequivocal terms.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 16 June 2025
The evidence is now unequivocal that investing in adaptation delivers value, tangible and measurable return.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unequivocal
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So now, many Mexicans and Mexican Americans are choosing to be seen in the loudest, most unmistakable way: by wearing their culture on their sleeves—literally.—
Daisy Maldonado,
Vogue,
8 July 2025
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The display of might outside was unmistakable, as was the soft power inside the building.—
Andrew J. Campa
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
6 July 2025
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Family-friendly Offerings Hotel Marina Riviera doesn’t have any explicit family-minded amenities or offerings at the moment, but the baseline amenities are pretty family-friendly.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
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These systems' enhanced capabilities, however, required explicit instructions.—
Art Gilliland,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Consolidation by the end of the decade The future of other brands is less obvious, but consolidation among the mainstream brands is likely before the end of the decade.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The harmful consequences to the economy and food supply is obvious.—
Billal Rahman
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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The video is generally crisp, though the limited frame rate (15 fps) is a definite weakness with moving subjects.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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There are definite reasons to question Rodgers' commitment to the Steelers.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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The apparent docking of the two satellites last week suggests SJ-21 is the target for SJ-25's refueling demonstration, and US officials are watching.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 July 2025
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The disconnect is apparent: students want to build careers around emerging technology, but traditional education isn’t teaching them how.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Introducing the 2025 Fortune 500, the definitive ranking of the biggest companies in America.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
6 July 2025
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To be fair, Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story is, well, the definitive inside story.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
4 July 2025
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In a sense, that was evident a week ago, when the Hornets’ rookie class inked their respective contracts.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
10 July 2025
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The club’s communication has not helped, though noticeable strides in transparency have been evident since the saga of Alvarez’s undiagnosed hand fracture.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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This natural, express tanning mousse takes home tanning to a whole new level.—
Kristen Philipkoski,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Yet even within the Republican base, some express unease with the execution.—
Kristina Becvar,
Twin Cities,
25 June 2025
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“Unequivocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unequivocal. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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