1
as in aggressive
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
the governor issued an emphatic denial of all charges
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2
as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
with all of the decorative fishing nets, lobster pots, and oars, the seafood restaurant's nautical theme was a little too emphatic for my taste
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Recent Examples of emphatic
Elsewhere in Japan’s group, Australia took a big step to booking its place at the 2026 World Cup with an emphatic 5-1 victory over Indonesia in Sydney on Thursday.
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Ben Morse, CNN, 21 Mar. 2025
The Mavericks, on the other hand, are coming off an emphatic road win over the Kings.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
Catcher Rob Brantly fielded Josh Bell’s dribbler, stepped on home plate and fired the ball to first, ending the threat and eliciting an emphatic fist pump from Quantrill.
—Steve Gorten, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
However, three birdies in the final four holes including an emphatic long birdie putt on the 18th hole that sent the crowd on hand into a frenzy and move him to 3-under 69 for the day and 10-under for the tournament.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2025
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Ben Morse, CNN, 21 Mar. 2025
The Mavericks, on the other hand, are coming off an emphatic road win over the Kings.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
Catcher Rob Brantly fielded Josh Bell’s dribbler, stepped on home plate and fired the ball to first, ending the threat and eliciting an emphatic fist pump from Quantrill.
—Steve Gorten, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
However, three birdies in the final four holes including an emphatic long birdie putt on the 18th hole that sent the crowd on hand into a frenzy and move him to 3-under 69 for the day and 10-under for the tournament.
—Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphatic
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Even so, the aggressive play in this post-season has stood out.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
11 May 2025
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However, thanks to aggressive conservation efforts, including predator control programs, habitat restoration, and breeding initiatives, several kiwi species have seen rebounds.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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While Steve Austin's presence at WWE WrestleMania 41 was a highlight for many fans, his entrance wasn't without a minor, yet noticeable, hiccup.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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While all of the men had shaved heads and were wearing cloaks with a mysterious symbol on the back, the group's most noticeable trait was that each and every member had Glasgow smile-type scars carved into their faces.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
28 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Carroll Gardens has been swept up in the vigorous market for Brooklyn townhouses in general — contract signings were up 11 percent last year, according to Serhant.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
8 May 2025
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Despite vigorous opposition from Congressional Democrats and conservation groups, the House Natural Resource Committee early this morning approved a budget bill that includes a provision to sell thousands of acres of federal land in Nevada and Utah.—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
7 May 2025
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Heat, precipitation or not, the golf world is ecstatic to have landed in one of the nation’s most prominent sports cities for its second PGA championship in eight years.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
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The gym makes its most prominent return in the universe's seventh installment, the beginning of the Creed franchise.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
13 May 2025
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Children are being exposed to an unprecedented amount of online pornography, much of which is violent and misogynistic.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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However, the Salvadoran national was living in the U.S. illegally and is suspected of being a member of the notoriously violent gang MS-13.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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But the real draw is the close-ups on slices of pork bubbling and sizzling on hot grills, plus the dramatic pans over bowls of banchan.—
Katie Rife,
EW.com,
11 May 2025
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Think about incorporating brocade brilliance and making florals interesting in a dramatic way.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Rebuke of Trump: Chief Justice John Roberts rebukes Trump after president calls for US judge's impeachment Supreme Court's liberal justices have been more forceful in taking on Trump Roberts’ comments, however, weren’t as blunt or forceful as those made recently by two of his colleagues.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Pakistan promised a forceful response to India’s airstrikes, with security officials telling NBC News that Pakistani forces had already shot down five Indian Air Force planes and one drone.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
7 May 2025
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Just a few days ago, the Golden State Warriors held a commanding 3-1 lead in a first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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The Golden State Warriors travel to the Toyota Center to take on the Houston Rockets in Game 5 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs, with the Warriors holding a commanding 3-1 lead and the Rockets looking to extend the series.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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“Emphatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphatic. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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