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
Trailing by four points early in the third set and in danger of being swept, the Gondoliers (36-6) used an 8-0 run to surge into the lead and finished it on Nathan Hoggatt’s emphatic kill.
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Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2025
Shortly thereafter, the president posted an emphatic announcement not just once, but twice.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 5 May 2025
When asked if the current staffing shortages would affect the accuracy of storm forecast models, Graham was emphatic.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
The lasting image from that series was Roy Hibbert’s emphatic block on Carmelo Anthony with 5:03 left in Game 6.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 May 2025
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Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2025
Shortly thereafter, the president posted an emphatic announcement not just once, but twice.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 5 May 2025
When asked if the current staffing shortages would affect the accuracy of storm forecast models, Graham was emphatic.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
The lasting image from that series was Roy Hibbert’s emphatic block on Carmelo Anthony with 5:03 left in Game 6.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphatic
Adjective
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But even in Alberta, a province that has favored development, the legacy policies are still likely not aggressive enough to meet the moment.—
Mark Le Dain,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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The direct heat from the iron’s metal plate can be too aggressive on delicates but necessary for more structured or heavy-duty materials.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2025
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Even more notably, Tha Carter V sold a massive 480,000 units in its debut week back in 2018, underscoring a noticeable slide in first-week performance over the years.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
12 June 2025
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The dog's most distinctive feature—a noticeable facial deformity—raised immediate questions.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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That means doing your best to get in at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity exercise, or 75 minutes a week of vigorous exercise, along with two days of strength training, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).—
Korin Miller,
Flow Space,
16 June 2025
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But that narrative hasn't stuck to Trump, who is known to ramble in public speeches but comes off as more vigorous to the public than Biden did.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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All of those players are gone now — and the most prominent of the bunch have followed Lovullo closer to the other coast.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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The president also sought to push back on prominent MAGA voices who've been outspoken about the U.S. not getting involved in the war between Israel and Iran.—
Rachel Scott,
ABC News,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Noni finds herself up against Lion’s violent henchmen and women in series of fight-to-the-death encounters aboard the tyrant’s grandiose sailing ship, which lies at the heart of a vast naval fleet.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 June 2025
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The protests had been largely peaceful throughout Friday and Saturday, with isolated instances of violent activity.—
Michael Wilner,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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The second floor is anchored by a dramatic double reception room with soaring ceilings and humongous sash windows opening onto a 24-foot-long balcony offering front-row views of Queen Mary’s Rose Garden.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 June 2025
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This story begged for the dramatic delay that is built in.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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The confrontation came shortly after Noem made a forceful declaration of the federal government's intentions in the city.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
13 June 2025
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Politics is one arena in which men enact their masculine identities through the endorsement of politicians, parties, and policies that appear tough, strong, and forceful.—
Joan C. Williams
June 13,
Literary Hub,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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The defending champions must find a way to slow down the duo of Draisaitl and Connor McDavid in Game 2, or the series could be heading to Florida with the Oilers holding a commanding 2-0 lead.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Early polls, such as an Inside California Politics/Emerson survey show her with a commanding 31% to 8% lead over former Rep. Katie Porter, who was in second, among likely voters.—
Douglas Schoen,
Oc Register,
5 June 2025
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“Emphatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphatic. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.
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