in no uncertain terms

phrase

: in a very clear and direct way
My mother told me in no uncertain terms to never say that word again!

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Google executives have said in no uncertain terms that Google Search is AI search. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 3 Nov. 2026 The kids have been told in no uncertain terms to behave by strict landlady Patty (Paula Pell), who also stresses there can be no pets of any nature, forcing them to keep Waffles under wraps. — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2026 Dummy’s third full-length release tasks itself with offering an affirmation of life, spelled out in no uncertain terms through the thwack of DnB drumlines, abrasive distortion, and incisive songwriting. — Sue Park, Pitchfork, 22 Oct. 2026 Written with an unmistakably Caribbean verve and snappy, conversational meter, Carrero defines his stance on Cuba in no uncertain terms. — Suzy Exposito, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in no uncertain terms

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“In no uncertain terms.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20no%20uncertain%20terms. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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