1
as in emphatic
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
vehement complaints about the restaurant's poor service
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2
as in intense
extreme in degree, power, or effect
despite the vehement opposition of the club's treasurer, the motion was passed
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
a vehement defender of the rights of minorities
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Recent Examples of vehement
Nonetheless, the legislation has also amassed vehement opposition from other key environmental voices — circumstances that were already apparent when the House companion bill, sponsored by Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.), passed in January.
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Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 11 Apr. 2025
The age restriction passed over the NRA’s vehement opposition.
—Steve Bousquet, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2025
Arab nations have expressed vehement opposition and offered an alternative reconstruction plan that would leave the Palestinians in place.
—arkansasonline.com, 15 Mar. 2025
But in a potential departure from Democrats’ vehement defenses of immigrants, Newsom reportedly supports changing the bill to cut off legal aid to immigrants with criminal records, according to a report by Sacramento TV station KCRA.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025
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Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 11 Apr. 2025
The age restriction passed over the NRA’s vehement opposition.
—Steve Bousquet, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2025
Arab nations have expressed vehement opposition and offered an alternative reconstruction plan that would leave the Palestinians in place.
—arkansasonline.com, 15 Mar. 2025
But in a potential departure from Democrats’ vehement defenses of immigrants, Newsom reportedly supports changing the bill to cut off legal aid to immigrants with criminal records, according to a report by Sacramento TV station KCRA.
—Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vehement
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Having brought a 12th NCAA women’s championship back to Connecticut, UConn guard Paige Bueckers is widely expected to be drafted No. 1 after rounding out a stellar college career in the most emphatic fashion.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
14 Apr. 2025
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Liverpool remain on course for an emphatic Premier League title victory, a superb achievement given this is Slot’s first season in English football, but results have dipped.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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In the game, the station is in the bright sunlight, and the subway tunnel experience takes a lot longer, and isn’t quite as intense.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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And, George, Elon Musk told reporters this week it's been a very intense 100 days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 May 2025
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For those passionate about handheld PC gaming, the Asus ROG Ally is definitely worth your attention.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
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Forest fans had been outstanding at Wembley, offering passionate backing on a showpiece occasion.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
2 May 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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The paddling intensity will be vigorous, so participants should be experienced, wear clothing appropriate for weather conditions and bring water.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 May 2025
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Ryan Murphy has found his Kennedys after an intensive casting search for the first installment of his new FX anthology series, American Love Story.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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The department conducts an annual review of each state, and a more intensive one that’s supposed to be completed roughly every five years.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
13 May 2025
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Fetterman voted for several of President Donald Trump’s nominees, like Attorney General Pam Bondi, and has been a fervent supporter of Israel in its war in Gaza against the terrorist group Hamas.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
11 May 2025
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But, whatever the White House and its most fervent allies insisted at the time, the Signal chat was a major embarrassment.—
The Editors,
National Review,
2 May 2025
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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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The old model of fierce independence is a luxury many can't afford during this transition.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Tehran claims its program is peaceful but has threatened fierce retaliation and a possible withdrawal from the nonproliferation treaty if its nuclear sites are attacked.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
8 May 2025
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“Vehement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vehement. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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